A Family Expresses Helplessness Related to Dealing with a Mentally

question 7

Multiple Choice

A family expresses helplessness related to dealing with a mentally ill member's odd behaviours, mood swings, and argumentativeness. Which of the following would be an effective nursing intervention for this family?

• A) To express sympathy for their situation
• B) To involve local social service agencies
• C) To explain symptoms of relapse
• D) To role-play difficult situations

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