At which point should a nurse understand that a client is ...

[lracut11]

At which point should a nurse understand that a client is experiencing a mental illness?
 
  A) When thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are incongruent with the DSM-IV-TR criteria
  B) When maladaptive responses to stress are coupled with interference in daily functioning
  C) When a clinically significant pattern of distress emerges
  D) When primary defense mechanisms overwhelm secondary appraisals

Question 2

A client is experiencing occasional feelings of sadness because of the recent death of a pet. The client's appetite and sleep patterns have not changed, however, and the client continues with daily routines.
 
  Should a nurse suspect that the client has a mental illness? Why?
  A) Yes; the client demonstrates impaired mood.
  B) Yes; the client is presently in distress.
  C) No; the client's behaviors are congruent with cultural norms.
  D) No; although the client may be in distress, there has been no impairment in functioning.

[mariahkathleeen]

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D

[lracut11]

Excellent

[olderstudent]

Gracias!