A Client Diagnosed with an Adjustment Disorder Says to the Nurse,"Tell

question 20

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with an adjustment disorder says to the nurse,"Tell me about medications that will cure this problem." Which of the following are appropriate nursing responses? (Select all that apply.)

• A)"Medications can interfere with your ability to find a more permanent problem solution."
• B)"Medications may mask the real problem at the root of this diagnosis."
• C)"Adjustment disorders are not commonly treated with medications."
• D)"Psychoactive drugs carry the potential for physiological and psychological dependence."
• E)"Psychoactive drugs will be prescribed only if your problems persist for more than three months."

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