Which action would the nurse include when beginning a relationship with a new patient? Select all that apply.
(Select All that Apply.)

Choice A Reason:

Triage and stabilization of the acute symptoms are a priority describes the focus of psychiatric emergency care. Psychiatric emergency care focuses on the rapid assessment, triage, and stabilization of individuals experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or crises. The primary goal is to address immediate safety concerns, stabilize the individual's condition, and determine the appropriate level of care or intervention. This may involve crisis intervention, brief assessment, and referral to appropriate services.

Choice B Reason:

A nurse visits one to three times a week to assess for extreme agitation does not describe the focus of psychiatric emergency care. This describes a more routine or outpatient assessment schedule rather than the urgent and immediate focus of psychiatric emergency care.

Choice C Reason:

Overnight short-term observations are 1 to 3 days in duration does not describe the focus of psychiatric emergency care. This refers to a short-term observation period, which might occur in various psychiatric settings, but it does not specifically address the urgency of psychiatric emergencies.

Choice D Reason:

Antipsychotic medications are administered does not describe the focus of psychiatric emergency care. Administering antipsychotic medications is a treatment approach that may be part of the overall psychiatric care plan, but it does not specifically capture the immediate triage and stabilization focus of psychiatric emergency care.

Choice A Reason:

"It might help you feel better if you talk about it." While encouraging communication is generally good, the client has clearly expressed a desire not to talk at the moment. Pressuring them to talk may not be beneficial.

Choice B Reason:

"I'll just sit here with you for a few minutes then." This response acknowledges the client's need for solitude while showing a willingness to provide presence and support. It respects the client's autonomy and allows them to lead the interaction.

Choice C Reason:

"I understand; I've felt like that before, too." While expressing empathy can be helpful, it's important not to overshadow the client's experience by sharing personal feelings at this moment.

Choice D Reason:

"Why are you feeling so down?" This question may feel intrusive and may not be well-received by the client, especially when they've indicated a preference not to talk. It's important to approach the conversation with sensitivity and respect for the client's boundaries.