A nurse is assessing a client on an inpatient psychiatric unit. The client's history for which of the following would the nurse identify as the strongest indicator of risk for violence?
A) Panic disorder
B) Problematic anxiety
C) Somatoform disorder
D) Previous episodes of rage
Ans: D
The client's history of violent behavior is probably the most important predictor of potential for violence. Important markers include previous episodes of rage and violent behavior, escalating irritability, intruding angry thoughts, and fear of losing control. History of other psychiatric disorders would be less of a concern.
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