Which neurological function is affected by the action of serotonin?

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

A client has been admited to a psychiatric-mental health facility in a manic state. The client's spouse accompanies the client to the facility and informs the nurse that the client has been displaying manic symptoms for the past 2 weeks. The spouse reports that the client has not slept for the past 2 days and that the client has not eaten anything for at least 3 days. Which would be the priority for this client?

A nurse is discussing quality of life with a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

The client has been diagnosed with a depressive disorder. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of this disorder?

A child with atention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is prescribed medication. The parent reports that the child is having trouble sleeping. Which question would be most appropriate for the nurse to ask?

A 6-year-old client who has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder would be expected to display which behavior?

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?

The geriatrician has prescribed medication for an 80-year-old client to treat the client's dementia. Which teaching points should the nurse provide to the client's spouse about the new medication?

A psychiatric-mental health nurse is conducting an educational session for families of clients diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). What components should the nurse teach the families of clients diagnosed with OCD?

The nurse is performing a mental health assessment for a client with schizophrenia. Which statement made by the client demonstrates that the client is having auditory hallucinations?