While conducting an admission interview with a client, the nurse suspects the client may be in alcohol withdrawal. Which screening tool can help the nurse identify the severity of withdrawal symptoms?

A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is in a manic state, rushing about the unit, and talking regularly with a flight of ideas. What is the most therapeutic intervention?

What are the possible physiological changes in the brain of a client diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? (Select all that apply)

A client asks the nurse to give her information regarding the detoxification process of alprazolam. What is the best response by the nurse?

An adolescent tells the school nurse, "My friend threatened to take an overdose of pills." The nurse talks to the friend who verbalized the suicide threat. What is the most critical question for the nurse to ask?

The nurse is obtaining the mental health history of a newly admitted client diagnosed with schizophrenia. The client's family reports the client is hearing voices and cannot stay focused on the topic of a discussion.

Which thought disturbance is the client demonstrating?

A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for risperidone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

A client is showing early signs of dementia. The client's spouse asks, "What may I expect next?" What is the nurse's best response?

The nurse is admitting a client with the diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder. What should the nurse expect to find?

A client is admitted with tachycardia, hypertension, restlessness, agitation, and admits substance use. Which substance would be most likely to cause these symptoms?

The nurse is teaching about obstacles to maintaining recovery. Which of the following statements would indicate to the nurse a greater risk for relapse? (Select all that apply.)