A client comes to an emergency department reporting severely depressed mood and suicidal ideation. Toxicology tests reveal that the client is abusing cocaine
Because the client is unable to contract for safety, the client is admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit for evaluation. Within 2 days, the client is in a normal mood, performing all self-care, laughing and interacting with peers, and eating all of his meals. How should a nurse analyze the client's behavior at admission?
A) Dysthymia, late onset
B) Major depression, single episode, severe
C) Substance-induced mood disorder
D) Bipolar disorder, type I, most recent manic
C
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A. Anuric B. Oliguric C. Has deep, rapid respirations D. Having in-room dialysis
The nurse is concerned that a school-age client has undiagnosed type 1 diabetes mellitus and is experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). What did the nurse assess in the client to come to this conclusion?
Select all that apply. A) Blurred vision B) Irregular heartbeat C) Sunken eye sockets D) Sluggish bowel sounds E) Dry mucous membranes
A nursing diagnosis that should be considered for individuals who are severely mentally ill and
homeless is a. substance abuse. b. chronic low self-esteem. c. disturbed sleep pattern. d. impaired environmental interpretation syndrome.
Which of the following would be an expected outcome for a client diagnosed with depression?
A) Utilizes self-blame to cope B) Internalizes feelings C) Limited interaction with others D) Identifies personal strengths