A nurse assisting in the care of a client who has a mood disorder. Which of the following client statements by the client indicates readiness for discharge?

"I can always come stay in the hospital again if I don't want to take care of my own needs."

"Right now, I can't bathe or dress myself, but my family will help me."

"I will take my medicines as I should and know who to call if I have bad thoughts."

"Taking care of myself is important, but it's okay if I don't want to do anything."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A.   This statement suggests dependency and a lack of readiness to take responsibility for self-care.
B.   While family support is important, the client should be able to demonstrate some level of independence for discharge readiness.
C.   Taking medications as prescribed and knowing who to contact in case of suicidal thoughts shows insight and preparedness for discharge.
D.   This statement reflects avoidance and a lack of motivation, indicating that the client is not yet ready for discharge.

Nursing Test Bank

Quiz #1: RN Exams Pharmacology Exams Quiz #2: RN Exams Medical-Surgical Exams Quiz #3: RN Exams Fundamentals Exams Quiz #4: RN Exams Maternal-Newborn Exams Quiz #5: RN Exams Anatomy and Physiology Exams Quiz #6: RN Exams Obstetrics and Pediatrics Exams Quiz #7: RN Exams Fluid and Electrolytes Exams Quiz #8: RN Exams Community Health Exams Quiz #9: RN Exams Promoting Health across the lifespan Exams Quiz #10: RN Exams Multidimensional care Exams

Get 100+ Naxlex Exit Exams for $79 Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (14 Day Free-Trial)

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

Quiz #1: Naxlex RN Comprehensive online practice 2019 B with NGN Quiz #2: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Quiz #3: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam A Quiz #4: Naxlex HESI Exit LPN Exam Quiz #5: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor PN 2020 Quiz #6: Naxlex VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Quiz #8: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Quiz #10: Naxlex HESI PN Exit exam Quiz #11: Naxlex HESI PN EXIT Exam 2

Free Nursing Study Resources

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is characterized by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and a need for control.
B. Believing achievements are superior is a hallmark of narcissistic personality disorder, not obsessive- compulsive personality disorder.
C. Requiring excessive advice is more typical of dependent personality disorder.
D. Using physical appearance to gain attention is characteristic of histrionic personality disorder.

A. "Why are you not seeing the value of this treatment plan for recovery?" B. "You may want to consider moving to a group home, since you will not be free of the troublesome symptoms." C. "While you may not be completely symptom-free, you should still see an increase in your quality of life by continuing with the treatment plan." D. "The medical model of recovery works to eliminate all symptoms. Maybe you should see a medical doctor."

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Asking why the client doesn't see the value of treatment is confrontational and dismisses the client’s
experience.
B. Suggesting a group home without addressing the client’s personal goals or preferences could be perceived as dismissive.
C. While complete symptom resolution is not guaranteed, focusing on improving the client’s quality of
life and continuing treatment is more realistic and supportive.
D. The medical model of recovery emphasizes symptom management, but suggesting it works to eliminate all symptoms may be overly optimistic for someone with schizophrenia.

View Question and Answer

Whether you are a student looking to ace your exams or a practicing nurse seeking to enhance your expertise , our nursing education contents will empower you with the confidence and competence to make a difference in the lives of patients and become a respected leader in the healthcare field.

Visit Naxlex, invest in your future and unlock endless possibilities with our unparalleled nursing education contents today

A nurse assisting in the care of a client who has a mood disorder. Which of the following client statements by the client indicates readiness for discharge?

Nursing Test Bank

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse include?

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A nurse is discussing quality of life with a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has bipolar disorder with mania. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?

A nurse is assisting with planning of care for a client following a suicide attempt. Which of the following interventions is an appropriate suicide precaution?

A nurse in an acute mental health unit is assisting with the admission of a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is experiencing acute mania?

A nurse assisting in the care of a client who has a mood disorder. Which of the following client statements by the client indicates readiness for discharge?

A nurse is preparing to administer clonazepam 1 mg PO. Available is clonazepam 0.5 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

A nurse in a community clinic is speaking to a parent who expresses concern for her adolescent son. Which of the following statements by the mother should indicate to the nurse that the adolescent is at risk for suicide?

A nurse is collecting data on a client and finds that Ari is always manic but has had one depressive episode in the last year. Which of the following diagnosis should the nurse suspect?

A nurse is caring for a client who has delusional behavior. The client states, "I can't go to group today. I am expecting a high level official to visit me!" Which of the following responses should the nurse make?