A Client Diagnosed with Major Depressive Episode Hears Voices Commanding

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with major depressive episode hears voices commanding self-harm. Which should be the nurse's priority intervention at this time?

• A) Obtaining an order for locked seclusion until client is no longer suicidal
• B) Conducting 15-minute checks to ensure safety
• C) Placing the client on one-to-one observation while continuing to monitor suicidal ideations
• D) Encouraging client to express feelings related to suicide

---

Definitions:

Social Constructions

Concepts or perceptions of reality based on societal norms and interactions, which are constructed by members of a society.

Clinical Governance Model

A framework that aims to improve the quality of healthcare services by emphasizing accountability, continuous improvement, and a focus on the needs of the patient.

Science and Practice

Refers to the ongoing interaction and integration between scientific research and professional application in fields such as psychology, medicine, and engineering.

Constructivist Paradigm

A theoretical framework that posits knowledge and understanding as constructed by individuals through interactions with their environment and others.