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A client who delivered a healthy newborn 4 weeks ago calls her provider's office and tells the nurse, "This baby constantly cries.
My partner works all the time, and I can't take any more.”. Which of the following responses is the nurse's priority?.

"Having a newborn must be stressful. Do you have other children?".

"Tell me about your baby. Where is she now?".

"Do you have a friend who could help you?".

"Have you discussed this with your partner?".

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Choice A rationale:

While it’s important to understand the client’s situation, the immediate safety of the baby is the priority.

Choice B rationale:

This response is the priority as it assesses the immediate safety of the baby.

Choice C rationale:

While support is important, the immediate safety of the baby is the priority.

Choice D rationale:

While communication with the partner is important, the immediate safety of the baby is the priority.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","D","E"]

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Alcohol use disorder is a risk factor for suicide. Alcohol can increase impulsivity and decrease inhibitions, which can lead to suicidal behaviors.

Choice B rationale:

Being currently married is generally considered a protective factor against suicide, not a risk factor.

Choice C rationale:

Access to lethal means, such as guns in the home, is a significant risk factor for suicide.

Choice D rationale:

A family history of suicide, including a sibling history of suicide, is a risk factor for suicide.

Choice E rationale:

Terminal illnesses, such as liver cancer, can increase feelings of hopelessness and despair, which are risk factors for suicide.

A. "Everyone feels depressed during the grieving process.”. B. "You should start participating in your usual activities.”. C. "I remember how depressed I was after my friend died.”. D. "Tell me what your relationship with your partner was like.”.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

This statement is generalizing the client’s feelings, which can lead to a lack of individualized care.

Choice B rationale:

This statement is not acknowledging the client’s feelings of grief, which can lead to a lack of trust in the nurse-client relationship.

Choice C rationale:

This statement is self-disclosing personal information, which can lead to boundary violations in the nurse-client relationship.

Choice D rationale:

This statement is encouraging the client to express their feelings, which can help in the grieving process.

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A client who delivered a healthy newborn 4 weeks ago calls her provider's office and tells the nurse, "This baby constantly cries.
My partner works all the time, and I can't take any more.”. Which of the following responses is the nurse's priority?.