A client who has been depressed for the past several months presents in the clinic stating, “I’m at the end of my rope.” Which question should the nurse identify as the most effective way to assess the client’s risk of suicide?

A child is being admitted to a long-term inpatient mental health facility. The child exhibits frequent temper outbursts when asked to complete chores, argues with teachers and family members, blames others for unfinished tasks, refuses to follow directions from authority figures, and becomes annoyed when others receive praise. Based on these behaviors, which diagnosis is most likely?

Which intervention should the nurse implement for a client who reports to the emergency department following a sexual assault?

What is characteristic of all personality disorders?

A woman seeking crisis intervention tells the nurse she just gave birth to her first child.  What type of crisis is this woman experiencing?

Which of the following interventions is most appropriate for a hospitalized client at risk for suicide? 

Match the alterations in thought to the correct delusion:

A client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder is admitted for social skills training. Which information should be included in the nurse’s teaching?

A nurse notices that the client does not make eye contact throughout the first interview. What assumption should the nurse make based on this behavior?

The nurse is caring for a client with Major Depressive Disorder. Which of the following manifestations are associated with vegetative signs of depression?