A nurse is teaching the caregiver of a client who has advanced Alzheimer's disease about home safety. Which of the following statements by the caregiver indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who just received lorazepam 1 mg IM for anxiety. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is caring for a client who has obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A nurse in an outpatient mental health facility is preparing to administer phenelzine to a client who has been taking this medication for several years. The client reports eating a grilled cheese sandwich and a banana for lunch and is feeling dizzy. Which of the following vital signs should the nurse assess first?

A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who recently experienced partner violence.

The nurse is reviewing the client’s medical record at discharge. For each finding, specify whether the finding indicates a potential improvement in or a worsening of the client’s physical or psychological status.

A nurse is creating a plan of care for a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencing command hallucinations. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

A nurse is assessing a client who has been receiving electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following findings indicates the treatment is effective?

A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is refusing to take prescribed medications. Which of the following ethical principles is the nurse displaying when supporting the client's refusal of medications?

A nurse working in an outpatient mental health facility is caring for a client who has anxiety and was discharged from an inpatient mental health facility one week ago.

A nurse in an outpatient mental health facility is assessing a client who has anxiety. Click to highlight the findings in the Nurses’ Notes that indicate an improvement in the client’s condition. To deselect, click on the finding again.

The client appears to be well-groomed.

The client’s current weight is 54 kg (119 lb.).

The client states they are sleeping 5 to 6 hours per night, but having an occasional nightmare.

The client verbalizes a decreased appetite and gastrointestinal discomfort.

The client states, “I feel anxious about leaving my house. I feel like everyone is staring at me and judging me.”

The client verbalizes that bullying experienced during high school has led to anxiety.

The client engages in thought-stopping behavioral therapy and cognitive restructuring.

The client reports taking escitalopram 20 mg daily, 2 hours after breakfast.

A nurse is providing teaching about relapse prevention to a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A nurse in a mental health facility is admitting a client who was brought in by the police department.

Complete the diagram by selecting from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, two actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and two parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.