An adult outpatient diagnosed with major depressive disorder has a history of several suicide attempts by overdose. Given this patient's history and diagnosis, which antidepressant medication would the nurse expect to be prescribed to this patient?

Which principle should guide the nurse in determining the extent of silence to use during patient interview sessions?

In a team meeting a nurse says. "I'm concerned about whether we are behaving ethically by using restraints to prevent one patient from self-mutilation, while the care plan for another self-mutilating patient requires one-on-one supervision." Which ethical principle most clearly applies to this situation?

An older adult diagnosed with dementia lives with family in a rural area. During the week, this adult attends a day care center while the family is at work. In the evenings, members of the family provide care. Which factor makes this adult most vulnerable to abuse?

A soldier returned 3 months ago from a combat zone and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD). Which social event would be most disturbing for this soldier?

A student says, "Before taking a test. I feel very alert and a little restless." The nurse can correctly assess the students experience as

What is the legal significance of a nurse's action when a patient verbally refuses medication and the nurse gives the medication over the patient's objection? The nurse

Documentation in a patient's chart shows. "Throughout a 5-minute interaction, patient fidgeted and tapped their left foot, periodically covered their face with their hands, and looked under chair while stating, 1 enjoy spending time with you." Which analysis is most accurate?

Which nursing intervention has the highest priority for a patient who is diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and has begun to gain weight?

A nurse is teaching the parents of a school-age child who has ADHD about atomoxetine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for valproate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client al t about the use of this medication?