The nurse on the inpatient unit is reviewing the record of a client admitted the previous day, and notes the client has an Axis I diagnosis. What inferences can the nurse make about the client?
1. The client has a clinical psychiatric disorder.
2. The client is in need of immediate medical attention.
3. The client has a chronic condition.
4. The client lacks a support system.
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Rationale: Axis I provides information regarding major mental disorders, as well as developmental and learning disorders. Axis I does not provide information about support systems, chronic conditions, or indicate if the client is in need of immediate medical attention.
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