RN CARE HOPE MENTAL HEALTH HESI
RN CARE HOPE MENTAL HEALTH HESI ( 49 Questions)
Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care for an adolescent who is depressed? (Select all that apply.)
Reinforcing statements regarding a will to live and realistic plans for the future is supportive and encourages positive thinking.
Discussing the client's suicide plan may not be appropriate and could potentially exacerbate the situation. The focus should be on promoting safety.
Limiting time allowed to play video games is a reasonable intervention to prevent isolation and promote engagement in healthier activities.
Encouraging the client to discuss thoughts and feelings about wanting to die is essential for therapeutic communication and understanding the depth of the client's distress.
Restricting visitors to family members only may be too isolating and may not be necessary unless safety concerns or specific family dynamics dictate such restrictions.
A. Reinforcing statements regarding a will to live and realistic plans for the future is supportive and encourages positive thinking.
B. Discussing the client's suicide plan may not be appropriate and could potentially exacerbate the situation. The focus should be on promoting safety.
C. Limiting time allowed to play video games is a reasonable intervention to prevent isolation and promote engagement in healthier activities.
D. Encouraging the client to discuss thoughts and feelings about wanting to die is essential for therapeutic communication and understanding the depth of the client's distress.
E. Restricting visitors to family members only may be too isolating and may not be necessary unless safety concerns or specific family dynamics dictate such restrictions.