A Nurse Is Implementing a One-On-One Suicide Observation Level with a Client

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nurse is implementing a one-on-one suicide observation level with a client diagnosed with major depressive disorder.The client states,"I'm feeling a lot better,so you can stop watching me.I have taken up too much of your time already." Which is the best nursing reply?

• A) "I really appreciate your concern but I have been ordered to continue to watch you."
• B) "Because we are concerned about your safety, we will continue to observe you."
• C) "I am glad you are feeling better. The treatment team will consider your request."
• D) "I will forward you request to your psychiatrist because it is his decision."

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Definitions:

Average Fixed Cost Curves

A graph representing the fixed costs of production (costs that do not change with the level of output) spread over varying levels of output, typically decreasing as output increases.

Marginal Cost Curve

A graphical representation showing the change in total cost that arises from producing one additional unit of a good or service.

U-Shaped

A descriptive term for a scenario where performance or conditions decline, then bottom out, and finally improve, thus resembling the letter "U".

Average Variable Cost Curve

A graph that represents the variable costs of production divided by the quantity of output, illustrating how cost changes with changes in output.