A school-age client is evaluated for depression. Which assessment tool does the nurse anticipate will be used by the psychologist?

1. Denver Developmental Screening tool
2. Revised Children's Manifest Anxiety Scale
3. Parent Developmental Questionnaire
4. Disruptive Behavior Disorder Scale


Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: The Revised Children's Manifest Anxiety Scale is a tool used to assess for depression. The Denver Developmental Screening tool and the Parent Developmental Questionnaire are tools used to assess development. The Disruptive Behavior Disorder Scale is used to assess for autism.

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A nurse explains the informed consent form to a client who is scheduled for heart bypass surgery. Which of the following are elements of this consent form? Select all that apply

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