A Client with a History of Three Suicide Attempts Has

question 7

Multiple Choice

A client with a history of three suicide attempts has been taking fluoxetine (Prozac) for 1 month. The client suddenly presents with a bright affect, rates mood at 9/10, and is much more communicative. Which action would be the nurse's priority at this time?

• A) Give the client off-unit privileges as positive reinforcement.
• B) Encourage the client to share mood improvement in group.
• C) Increase frequency of client observation.
• D) Request that the psychiatrist reevaluate the current medication protocol.

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