In what significant ways is the therapeutic environment different for a client who has ingested lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) than for a patient who has ingested phencyclidine (PCP)?

A client is admitted in a comatose state after ingesting five capsules of lorazepam. A friend of the client says, “Often my friend drinks, along with taking more of the drug than is prescribed.” What is the effect of the use of alcohol with this drug?

A client experiencing fluctuating levels of consciousness, disturbed orientation, and perceptual alteration begs, “Someone get these bugs off me.” What is the nurse’s best response?

What is the priority intervention for a nurse beginning a therapeutic relationship with a client diagnosed with a schizotypal personality disorder?

The admission note indicates a client diagnosed with major depressive disorder has displayed symptomology of both anergia and anhedonia. For which measures should the nurse plan? Select all that apply.

An adult client tells the case manager, “I don’t have bipolar disorder anymore, so I don’t need medicine. After I was in the hospital last year, you helped me get an apartment and disability checks. Now I’m bored and don’t have any friends.” Which resources should the nurse suggest for the patient? Select all that apply.

Which finding would a nurse expect when assessing a child diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder?

A client diagnosed with major depressive disorder shows vegetative signs of depression. Which nursing actions should be implemented? Select all that apply.

A client being treated with paroxetine 50 mg/day orally for major depressive disorder reports to the clinic nurse, “I took a few extra tablets earlier in the day and now I feel bad.” Which aspects of the nursing assessment are most critical? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a client with low self-esteem. Which nonverbal communication should the nurse anticipate?