Author Question: A newly admitted client is diagnosed with major depressive disorder with suicidal ideations. Which ... (Read 92 times)

Redwolflake15 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A newly admitted client is diagnosed with major depressive disorder with suicidal ideations. Which would be the priority nursing intervention for this client?

A. Teach about the effect of suicide on family dynamics.
B. Carefully and unobtrusively observe on the basis of assessed data, at varied intervals around the clock.
C. Encourage the client to spend a portion of each day interacting within the milieu.
D. Set realistic achievable goals to increase self-esteem.

Question 2

A client with alcohol dependence is admitted to the hospital with pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should be included in the client's plan of care?

A) Fluid restriction of 1,000 mL per 24 hours
B) Glucometer checks b.i.d.
C) High-protein diet
D) Protective isolation precautions

Amiracle · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
The most effective way to interrupt a suicide attempt is to carefully, unobtrusively observe on the basis of assessed data at varied intervals around the clock. If a nurse observes behavior that indicates self-harm, the nurse can intervene to stop the behavior and keep the client safe.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback: Pancreatitis can cause elevated serum glucose levels. Answers A, C, and D would not be included in the plan of care for a client with pancreatitis.