A new client had been isolating herself at home and has stayed in her room since admission to the mental health unit. The nurse would: Select all that apply
A) Provide feedback to the client on efforts to socialize.
B) Immediately send the client to group therapy.
C) Wait until the client's depression lifts to interact.
D) Make frequent brief contacts.
E) Participate with the client in occupational therapy.
A, D, E
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