A charge nurse is educating a newly licensed nurse about various defense mechanisms. Which of the following examples should the charge nurse provide when discussing rationalization?

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed methylphenidate for ADHD. Which of the following statements by the client indicates accurate understanding of this medication's effects?

A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record of a client who has major depressive disorder and a new prescription for selegiline. The nurse should recognize that which of the following client medications is contraindicated when taken with selegiline?

A nurse is assessing a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I am too embarrassed to tell anyone what I did last night." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who is being aggressive toward other clients. Which of the following actions is the priority for the nurse to take?

A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has conduct disorder and requires wrist restraints. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

What is the priority finding to report to other disciplines for a client who has major depressive disorder?

Who should the nurse contact to assist the client with housing placement for discharge?

A nurse is assisting with obtaining informed consent for a client who has been declared legally incompetent. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is caring for a client who reports that he is angry with his partner because she thinks he is just trying to gain attention. When the nurse attempts to talk to the client, he becomes angry and tells her to leave. Which of the following defense mechanisms is the client demonstrating?