A Client Was Recently Admitted to the Inpatient Unit After

question 17

Multiple Choice

A client was recently admitted to the inpatient unit after a suicide attempt. He has been placed on a tricyclic antidepressant. In terms of medication, what steps should be taken to maintain the client's safety when he is discharged?

• A) Provide a 6-month supply to ensure long-term compliance.
• B) Provide a 1-week supply of medication, with refills authorized only after he visits his provider.
• C) Encourage him to increase fluid intake to counteract the common side effect of diarrhea.
• D) Educate him not to eat foods that contain tyramine.

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Definitions:

Learning Groups

Small clusters of individuals who come together with the purpose of achieving specific educational or learning objectives.

Type of Interaction

Refers to the various ways that individuals can engage with one another, such as through direct conversation, written communication, or non-verbal cues.

Common Goal

A shared objective or outcome that a group or team aims to achieve, fostering collaboration and unity among its members.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon where the desire for group harmony leads to incorrect or poor decision-making.