A client with major depressive disorder (MDD) tells the nurse, “I used to love to bake, but I have no interest in it anymore. Even hanging out with my kids and grandkids feels like a chore, when it’s something I’m usually excited about.” The nurse understands that this comment is an example of which of the following characteristics of MDD

The nurse is caring for a client with major depressive disorder (MDD) who is prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). The nurse recognizes that which of the following is a common side effect when beginning treatment with an SSRI:

The nurse is caring for a client with diagnosed with bipolar I disorder. The client is experiencing symptoms of mania. Which of the following is most consistent with manic symptoms:

The nurse assessing a client with schizophrenia who has been taking haloperidol for 5 years. The nurse uses the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) to assess the client for signs of tardive dyskinesia including:

An outpatient client with bipolar disorder has a prescription for lamotrigine (Lamictal). They are currently taking 50 mg PO daily. Starting today they are to increase to 100 mg PO daily. One week after that they are to increase to 200 mg PO daily. Lamotrigine is available as pictured. Which instruction by the nurse is most correct?

The nurse is caring for various clients prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) for depression. The nurse recognizes that which of the following groups is at highest risk for suicidal ideation when starting SSRIs:

The nurse is completing a safety plan with an outpatient client. Which of the following is included in a safety plan? (Select 3)

The postpartum nurse is assessing a client with major depressive disorder with peripartum onset. The client states, “I’ve been hearing a voice.” The best initial response by the nurse is to:

The nurse is referring an adult client with borderline personality disorder to a therapist who specializes in dialectical behavioral therapy. This is an example of:

The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the inpatient unit for suicidality and post-traumatic stress disorder. The most important initial action by the nurse is to: