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1. A nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed
with major depressive disorder. The patient tells the nurse
that he feels hopeless and worthless, and that he has no
interest in anything. Which of the following interventions
should the nurse prioritize to promote the patient's
psychosocial well-being?
A) Encourage the patient to participate in group therapy
sessions.
B) Teach the patient relaxation techniques to cope with
stress.
C) Assess the patient for suicidal ideation and plan of
action.
D) Provide the patient with information about
antidepressant medications.
Answer: C) Assess the patient for suicidal ideation and
plan of action.
Rationale: The nurse should assess the patient for suicidal
ideation and plan of action as a priority intervention,
because the patient is at a high risk of harming himself due
to his depressive symptoms. The nurse should also ensure
the patient's safety and notify the health care provider if the
patient expresses any suicidal thoughts or intentions. The
other interventions are also important, but they are not as
urgent as assessing for suicide risk.
2. A nurse is conducting a mental status examination on a
patient who has been admitted to the psychiatric unit. The
nurse asks the patient to name the current president of the
United States, the date, and the location of the hospital. The
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