NURS 1102 Passpoint-Mood, adjustment and dementia disorders

Passpoint-Mood, adjustment and dementia disorders Question 1 See full question A depressed client tells a nurse, "I want to die. Life just isn't worth living." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate? You Selected: • "Of course life is worth living. You'll feel better soon." Correct response: • "This must be a very difficult time for you." Explanation: Remediation: Question 2 See full question A professional artist is admitted to the psychiatric unit for treatment of bipolar disorder. During the previous 2 weeks, the client has created 154 paintings, slept only 2 to 3 hours every 2 days, and lost 18 lb (8.2 kg). Based on Maslow's hierarchy of needs, what should the nurse provide this client with first? You Selected: • Help with reestablishing a normal sleep pattern Correct response: • Help with reestablishing a normal sleep pattern Explanation: Remediation: Question 3 See full question For the client receiving outpatient treatment for depression and suicidal ideation, what is the correct amount of imipramine to have at one time? You Selected: • a 30-day supply Correct response: • a 7-day supply Explanation: Remediation: Question 4 See full question When developing appropriate assignments for the staff, which client should the nurse manager judge to be at highest risk for suicide completion? You Selected: • an 85-year-old Caucasian man who lives alone after his wife's death Correct response: • an 85-year-old Caucasian man who lives alone after his wife's death Explanation: Remediation: Question 5 See full question Which statement by a client taking valproic acid for bipolar disorder indicates that further teaching about this medication is necessary? You Selected: • "I can chew the pills if necessary." Correct response: • "I can chew the pills if necessary." Explanation: Remediation: Question 6 See full question During the nurse’s conversation with a depressed client, the client states, “I have no reason to be sad. I have a great job and a wonderful wife and family.” Which comment would be best for the nurse to make at this time? You Selected: • "Depression can be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain." Correct response: • "Depression can be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain." Explanation: Remediation: Question 7 See full question When educating a client who has been diagnosed with dysthymia about pos