A client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder has threatened suicide
While developing the care plan, the nurse puts in the nurse's notes, "The client, though disheveled, is articulate and has a clear plan for suicide, but has made no current attempts." The nursing note helps the nurse develop the behavioral contract by: 1. Orienting the client to the nursing process.
2. Considering interactions during the assessment process.
3. Observing essential information.
4. Cooperating with the family.
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Rationale: The planning phase of the nursing process with behavioral contracting requires taking into consideration interactions with the nurse during the assessment interview including aspects of appearance, behavior, attitude, and responsiveness. Obtaining family cooperation and signing behavioral contracts occur during implementation. Orientation to the nursing process is not part of the planning phase. Observations that contribute essential information would be included in interactions during the assessment process.
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