A Newly Admitted Client Diagnosed with MDD States,"I Have Never

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Multiple Choice

A newly admitted client diagnosed with MDD states,"I have never considered suicide." Later,the client confides to the nurse about plans to end it all by medication overdose.Which is the most helpful nursing reply?

• A)"There is nothing to worry about.We will handle it together."
• B)"Bringing this up is a very positive action on your part."
• C)"We need to talk about the things you have to live for."
• D)"I think you should consider all of your options prior to taking this action."

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Definitions:

Medulla

An area of the brainstem responsible for controlling vital functions like breathing and heart rate.

Cerebellum

A brain structure located at the base of the skull that is involved in coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Emotional Response

The psychological reaction to a stimulus, characterized by feelings of arousal, expression, and experienced emotions that can influence behavior.