The nurse would expect a client who is exhibiting the vegetative signs of depression to have:
1. Constipation and insomnia.
2. Helplessness.
3. Hopelessness.
4. Suicidal ideation and a plan.
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Rationale: Constipation and insomnia is the only answer choice that is physiological. The vegetative signs of depression are physiological. Suicidal ideation and a plan, helplessness, and hopelessness are all psychological.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word