The client on the psychiatric unit is asking questions about prevention of sexually transmitted diseases
Given the Psychiatric–Mental Health Nursing Standards of Practice, which action would be most appropriate for the nurse to take at this time? 1. Consult with the mental health care team.
2. Teach safer sexual practices.
3. Investigate the questions in individual psychotherapy.
4. Notify the attending psychiatrist.
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Rationale: The psychiatric–mental health nurse employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment and teaches safer sexual practices to the client who is asking for the information. Notifying the psychiatrist and consulting with the mental health care team is not necessary as health teaching is within the independent practice of the RN. Conducting individual psychotherapy is not within the practice standards for the generalist nurse.
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