RN CARE HOPE MENTAL HEALTH HESI
RN CARE HOPE MENTAL HEALTH HESI ( 49 Questions)
A young adult male client is admitted to the psychiatric unit because of a recent suicide attempt. His wife filed for divorce six months ago, he lost his job three months ago, and his best friend moved to another city two weeks ago. Which intervention should the nurse include in this client’s plan of care?
Avoiding discussing subjects that upset the client may hinder therapeutic communication and exploration of feelings, making it less effective for the client's recovery.
Encouraging activities that allow the client to exert control over his environment helps empower the client and regain a sense of agency, which is important for improving mental health.
Allowing the client time alone may be appropriate at times, but encouraging activities that promote control is a more proactive and empowering intervention.
Encouraging interaction with persons recovering from depression may be beneficial, but the client's need for control over his environment takes precedence in this scenario.
A. Avoiding discussing subjects that upset the client may hinder therapeutic communication and exploration of feelings, making it less effective for the client's recovery.
B. Encouraging activities that allow the client to exert control over his environment helps empower the client and regain a sense of agency, which is important for improving mental health.
C. Allowing the client time alone may be appropriate at times, but encouraging activities that promote control is a more proactive and empowering intervention.
D. Encouraging interaction with persons recovering from depression may be beneficial, but the client's need for control over his environment takes precedence in this scenario.