When a client with a major depressive disorder states, "I don't care about anything anymore," the nurse would respond:
1. "You have such a good life!"
2. "Are you feeling suicidal?"
3. "What about your children? They are so cute and wonderful!"
4. "Don't worry. You'll feel better tomorrow."
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Rationale: "Are you feeling suicidal?" asks the client directly about suicide. It assesses for initial suicidal risk and the need for increased safety precautions. "What about your children? They are so cute and wonderful!" changes the topic and a cheerful attitude about the children does not make a depressed person feel better or assess for safety needs. "You have such a good life!" does not encourage expression of thoughts and feelings. "Don't worry. You'll feel better tomorrow." offers false reassurance. The client may remain depressed and may not feel better tomorrow.
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