At What Point Should the Nurse Determine That a Client

question 10

Multiple Choice

At what point should the nurse determine that a client is at risk for developing a mental disorder?

• 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 the client communicates significant distress
• D) When the client uses defense mechanisms as ego protection

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