A Client with a History of Three Suicide Attempts Has

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client with a history of three suicide attempts has been taking fluoxetine (Prozac) for 1 month.The client suddenly presents with a bright affect,rates mood at 9/10,and is much more communicative.Which action should be the nurse's priority at this time?

• A) Give the client off-unit privileges as positive reinforcement.
• B) Encourage the client to share mood improvement in group.
• C) Increase frequency of client observation.
• D) Request that the psychiatrist reevaluate the current medication protocol.

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Definitions:

Sleep Schedule

The habitual pattern of sleeping and waking times, which can influence overall health and well-being.

Positive Attention

The focus and acknowledgment given to positive behaviors, encouraging their repetition.

Temperaments

Innate traits that influence an individual's behavioral patterns, emotional reactions, and modes of social interaction.

Difficult Child

Refers to a child who exhibits challenging behaviors that are more intense and frequent than typical, often requiring specialized parenting strategies.