During an interview with a depressed person, it is important for the nurse to assess social interactions to determine
a. disruptions in relationships with others.
b. needs for diversional-activities therapy.
c. needs for implementation of a no-harm contract.
d. the patient's ability to make decisions about care.
A
Assessing for altered social interactions will give the nurse information about whether relationships with significant others are intact or disrupted. Often, the depressed person has withdrawn to the extent that formerly supportive relationships have been disrupted, leaving the patient without situational support. Diversional activities are an integral part of management of the therapeutic milieu. The patient's ability to make decisions would be assessed in other ways. A no-harm contract relates to suicidal ideation.
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