In the space of 5 minutes, the client has been laughing and ...

[geoffrey]

In the space of 5 minutes, the client has been laughing and euphoric, then angry, then crying for no reason that is apparent to the nurse. This behavior would be best described as:
 
  A) Flight of ideas
  B) Lack of insight
  C) Labile mood
  D) Tangential thinking

Question 2

To establish rapport with a 10-year-old child who is hospitalized in a psychiatric setting, which statement by the nurse would be most appropriate?
 
  A) Let's compare your situation to that of Cinderella's in the fairy tale.
  B) I'm going to use the DECA tool to measure your self-control and initiative.
  C) Let's have you draw a picture of yourself.
  D) Would you like to play a game of checkers with me?

[ong527]

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback: Moods that shift rapidly, displaying a range of emotions, are termed labile.

Answer to Question 2

D

[geoffrey]

Wow, this really help

[Jsherida]

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