Which institution-specific clinical practice resource will the nurse use to integrate evidence- based practice (EBP) into the care of a client hospitalized for the purpose of the evaluation of his or her current therapy plan?

A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about appropriate actions to take when a client threatens to harm a specific individual. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates understanding?

A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder (MDD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A nurse is caring for a client who has depression. The client refuses to get out of bed, go to activities, or participate in any of the unit's programs. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A patient with suicidal impulses is on the highest level of suicide precautions. Which measures should the nurse incorporate into the patient's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder was hospitalized for 8 days. Treatment included six electroconvulsive therapy sessions and aggressive dose adjustments of antidepressant medications. The patient owns a small business and was counseled not to make major decisions for a month. Select the correct rationale for this counseling.

A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder.

Progress Notes

Week 1

Client is experiencing major depressive disorder following the unexpected death of their partner 6 months ago. Has been unable to proceed through stages of grief. Has been on anti-depressant therapy for 5 months.

Admits to having thoughts of self-harm. Reports increasing anxiety levels. Loss of 15 lb over past months due to anorexia and anxiety. Reports insomnia, sleeping only 4 to 5 hr/night with frequent nightmares. Reports feelings of extreme fatigue.

Plan: Admit for group and individual therapy. Suicide precautions. Will add alprazolam to medication regimen.

Week 2

Client remains depressed, continues to have thoughts of self-harm. Not responding to group or individual therapy. States no improvement in mood or energy level. Admits to less anxiety and increased hours and quality of nightly sleep with addition of alprazolam. Anorexia still present.

Plan: Due to ineffectiveness of antidepressant regimen and psychotherapy, suggest addition of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Medication Administration Record

Bupropion 100 mg PO TID

Escitalopram 20 mg PO daily

Alprazolam 0.25 PO BID PRN anxiety

Which of the following items in the client's medical record indicate that they are a candidate for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?

(Select all that apply.)

When assessing a patient's plan for suicide, what aspect has priority?

A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted for suspected abuse. The client is quiet and withdrawn. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote client communication?

A nurse teaching a patient about a tyramine-restricted diet would approve which meal?

A nurse in an acute mental health facility is caring for a client who jumps out of her chair and begins to shout angrily at the clients around her. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?