Which statement made by the nurse would be most appropriate to an elderly client who is confused, has no history of dementia and is hospitalized for an acute urinary tract infection?

A client diagnosed with major depressive disorder is considering cognitive behavioral therapy. The client asks the nurse how this therapy would help alleviate depressive thoughts. What is the best response by the nurse?

A client on the mental health unit has disorganized type schizophrenia. The nurse observes blunted affect and social isolation. He occasionally curses or calls another client a "jerk" without provocation. The nurse asks the client how he is feeling, and he responds, "Everybody picks on me. They frobitz me."

An adolescent tells the school nurse, "My friend threatened to take an overdose of pills." The nurse talks to the friend who verbalized the suicide threat. What is the most critical question for the nurse to ask?

The spouse of a client diagnosed recently with a mood disorder calls the nurse therapist to report a change in the client's mood. The spouse states, "My spouse is clearly in a better mood than usual. I would say my spouse seems mildly elated. They are functioning fine at work and home. My spouse is energetic, up and doing things at 500 a.m. and really confident again. It seems fantastic, but unusual. Is this something to worry about?"

Which potential response by the nurse accurately assesses the situation?

A client has been diagnosed with major depression and placed on amitriptyline. Which is a side effect of amitriptyline?

The nurse is obtaining the mental health history of a newly admitted client diagnosed with schizophrenia. The client's family reports the client is hearing voices and cannot stay focused on the topic of a discussion. Which thought disturbance is the client demonstrating?

A client is hospitalized following a suicide attempt after breaking up with her significant other.
The client says to the nurse, "When I get out of here, I'm going to try this again, and next time I'll get it right?" Which is the best response by the nurse?

A client was admitted to the intensive care unit after a single car accident in which he struck a cement wall. He is now responsive and wants to be discharged within the next couple of days. Which of the following are priorities for screening? (Select all that apply)

A female client staggers to day treatment smelling strongly of alcohol. She uses the defense mechanism "rationalization" when approached by the nurse and questioned about her recent alcohol consumption. How is this expressed?

A client asks the nurse to give her information regarding the detoxification process of alprazolam. What is the best response by the nurse?