Which of the following policies would be most consistent with a laissez-faire approach to economic development? 

A nurse observes a patient sitting quietly with a tense posture and clenched fists. The nurse says, “You seem upset today.” Which therapeutic technique is the nurse using?

A nurse asks a patient, “Can you tell me more about what happened before you started feeling anxious?” This is an example of:

A nurse is preparing to administer disulfiram to a patient with alcohol use disorder. Which of the following is the nurse’s priority before administering the medication?

A nurse is caring for an adult patient placed in seclusion after exhibiting violent behavior. Which of the following statements by the nurse reflects appropriate understanding of the protocol for discontinuing seclusion?

A nurse is preparing a continuing education presentation about various psychopharmacologic agents for a group of psychiatric–mental health nurses. The nurse is planning to discuss selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Which agents would the nurse include in this group? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a patient who has developed dystonia after starting an antipsychotic medication. What is the nurse’s priority intervention?

A patient on the psychiatric unit asks why community-based programs are being emphasized for mental health treatment. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A patient shares, “I feel like my life is falling apart.” The nurse responds, “Don’t worry, everything will be okay.” Which nontherapeutic communication technique is being used?

During a staff meeting, a nurse manager discusses the “revolving door” effect in mental health care. What is the most likely cause of this issue?