At Which Point Would the Nurse Determine That a Client

question 16

Multiple Choice

At which point would the nurse determine that a client is at risk for developing a mental illness?

• A) When thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are not reflective of the DSM-5 criteria.
• B) When maladaptive responses to stress are coupled with interference in daily functioning.
• C) When a client communicates significant distress.
• D) When a client uses defense mechanisms as ego protection.