A psychiatric crisis nurse determines that a suicidal client does not need to be admitted. The client's family is very supportive and is requesting more information about how to help. Which teaching should the nurse provide?
A) Only serious threats of suicide should be addressed to avoid any secondary gain she might otherwise receive.
B) Promise to maintain confidentiality with her because this promotes trust.
C) Try not to invade her privacy; give her some time alone to explore her feelings.
D) Acknowledge and accept her feelings by being an active listener.
Question 2
A nursing staff in an inpatient psychiatric unit fails to conduct the regularly scheduled group meetings because of staffing problems. Which client right does this impact?
A) Right to refuse treatment
B) Right to receive treatment
C) Right to confidentiality
D) Right to review the treatment plan
NURSE
A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
The surgical nurse assists the client into the correct position
To check pupillary reflexes the nurse first holds the penlight
Greet a First-Time Client With a Firm Handshake.