A Nurse Is Assessing a Client Who Is Experiencing Occasional

question 25

Multiple Choice

A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing occasional feelings of sadness because of the recent death of a beloved pet.The client's appetite,sleep patterns,and daily routine have not changed.How should the nurse interpret the client's behaviors?

• A) The client's behaviors demonstrate mental illness in the form of depression.
• B) The client's behaviors are extensive, which indicates the presence of mental illness.
• C) The client's behaviors are not congruent with cultural norms.
• D) The client's behaviors demonstrate no functional impairment, indicating no mental illness.

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Definitions:

Local Regulators

Substances produced in one part of an organism that affect cells in close proximity.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across the synaptic gaps between neurons, influencing both physical and psychological functions.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by glands in the body that regulate the activity of cells or organs.

Insulin Receptors

Proteins on cell surfaces that bind insulin, facilitating its role in glucose metabolism and cellular uptake.