A client who has schizophrenia is talking to the nurse and states, "Do you hear that? I am scared. The voices are telling me to do horrible things which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

Which should the mental health nurse identify as the priority for a newly admitted client who was involuntarily committed after reports by a co- worker of aggressive behavior?

A client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder is prescribed clozapine. Which symptoms, related to the side effects of this medication, should prompt a nurse to intervene immediately?

The nurse is caring for a client who has anger management issues and starts to explore a career as a professional wrestler. This is an example of which defense mechanism?

A client tells the nurse, "I feel bad because my mother does not want me to return home after I leave the hospital." Which nursing response is therapeutic?

A client diagnosed with bulimia nervosa has been attending a mental health clinic for several months. Which factor should a nurse identify as an appropriate indicator of a positive client behavioral change? The client:

While planning care for a client with anorexia nervosa, the nurse determines that a realistic outcome would be that the client will:

The nurse is assessing an alert and independent older client for the risk of malnutrition. What item is most appropriate to assess?

A client exhibiting dependent behaviors says, "Do you think I should move from my parent's house and get a job?" Which nursing response is most appropriate?

Which of the following will the nurse use when communicating with a client who has a cognitive disorder?

The nurse observes dental deterioration when assessing a client diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa. Which best explains this assessment finding