Safety is the nursing priority for a client who is at risk for alcohol withdrawal. A care plan for the client who is in withdrawal must include which nursing interventions?

When conducting a risk assessment for suicide, the nurse most likely identifies which client as having the greatest risk for completing suicide?

The nurse is talking with a client who states, "I am so sad today, it is the anniversary of my parent's death." Which response by the nurse may impede the communication process between the nurse and client?

A patient with a phobia asks, "What is desensitization therapy?" The best response is:

The nurse caring for an older adult client with dementia asks the client's children to bring old photo albums when they visit. Which best describes the benefit of viewing photos when caring for the client?

A nursing student is preparing to care for a client diagnosed with schizophrenia. When interacting with the client, the student notices that the client is highly suspicious and guarded, stating, "They're out to get me." The student identifies this as what?

The nurse is caring for a client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which action by the nurse will increase the client's sense of security?

The client is being admited with suicidal thoughts. Which questions should the nurse ask the client? Select all that apply.

A nurse is discussing strategies to develop nurse-client therapeutic relationships with a newly licensed nurse. Which statement by the nurse accurately describes strategies for building a therapeutic relationship?

Safety is the nursing priority for a client who is at risk for alcohol withdrawal. A care plan for the client who is in withdrawal must include which nursing interventions?

Nurses are encouraged to constantly be aware of the nonverbal communication of a client with mental illness primarily for which reason?