The nurse assesses that the mental health client has problems choosing productive, safe leisure activities. Which member of the mental health team should the nurse consult with?
1. Recreational therapist
2. Occupational therapist
3. Attending psychiatrist
4. Clinical psychologist
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Rationale: The recreational therapist plans and guides recreational activities to provide socialization, healthful recreation, and desirable interpersonal and intrapsychic experiences and will be the member of the healthcare team to take the lead in the implementation of this portion of the treatment plan. While all members of the team work together, the psychiatrist is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of the mental illness. The occupational therapist teaches self-help activities and helps prepare the client for employment. The clinical psychologist's foci are psychotherapy, behavior modification, and psychological testing.
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