When Reviewing the History of a Newly Admitted Patient Diagnosed

question 2

Multiple Choice

When reviewing the history of a newly admitted patient diagnosed with severe chronic depression,the nurse is most concerned about patient safety issues when noting:

• A) The patient's Axis II includes a diagnosis of mental retardation
• B) Documentation that the patient has been noncompliant regarding medications
• C) The patient's current Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) Scale rating is 9
• D) Reference to a recent physical injury resulting from the patient's impulsive behavior

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