You are working with a client who recently underwent a hysterectomy. She has a history of bipolar disorder. When she arrives at the postsurgical checkup, she is speaking more slowly, is crying, and reports that she feels depressed
Which of the following risks should be assessed at this time? a. risk for hallucinations
b. risk for suicide
c. risk for exhaustion
d. risk for violence
B
The nurse would assess for risk of suicide. The nurse's assessment of the client's slow speech, crying, and statement of feeling depressed indicates to the nurse that the client might in fact be depressed. Given the history of bipolar disorder, compounded by a recent major surgery, the nurse would recognize that the client is at risk for suicide.
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