The nurse is providing teaching to a client and family about schizophrenia before discharge from an inpatient facility. The nurse should instruct the family to notify the healthcare provider when which behavior is observed?

A 16-year-old female client is admitted to the psychiatric unit and states that she is depressed and anxious. The client appears frail and is wearing baggy clothes. When it is time for lunch, the client states, "I can't eat, I'm already overweight." What is the best response by the nurse?

A client that is homeless, well-educated, and has chronic schizophrenia is admitted to the mental health unit when found by the police walking in the middle of the street. The client presents with a strong body odor, dirty clothes, and avolition. After a week of neuroleptic drug therapy, the client discusses with the nurse thoughts about bathing. Which statement suggests that the client is progressing?

The nurse is planning the care for a client who is hospitalized with a bipolar disorder. The client wanders the hallways, talks excessively, and makes sexual comments about the staff. Which intervention(s) should the nurse include in the plan of care? Select all that apply.

A client who is experiencing a severe level of anxiety and reports a racing heartbeat, dizziness, and expresses a sense that something dreadful will happen. The nurse observes the client pacing and waving hands rapidly. Which action should the nurse take?

A client is admitted to the psychiatric inpatient unit with a bandaged flesh wound after attempting self injury by shooting. The client reports going through a divorce one year ago, job loss four months ago, and suffering from a breakup of a current relationship last week. Which is the most likely source of this client's current feelings of depression?

A young woman is preparing to be discharged from the psychiatric unit. Which nursing intervention is most important for the nurse to Include in this phase of the nurse-client relationship?

After several days of being despondent and nonverbal, a female client with depression begins to talk and exhibit energy. Which action should the nurse implement?

A client, who is wearing dirty clothes and has a foul body odor, comes to the clinic reporting feeling scared because of a stalker. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?

A client with opioid dependence makes a statement to the nurse about desiring to lead a healthier lifestyle by making changes in the next 2 weeks. How should the nurse respond?

The healthcare provider prescribes lithium carbonate for a client diagnosed with bipolar, manic depression. It is most important for the nurse to review which laboratory finding prior to beginning the drug therapy?