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Question 1 of 5

A healthcare provider is providing education to the family of a client who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Which of the following instructions should the healthcare provider include?

A. The client should avoid all stressful situations.

B. Encourage the client to get plenty of rest.

C. Make sure the client takes prescribed medications regularly.

D. Provide the client with information about support groups.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Make sure the client takes prescribed medications regularly.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. The client states, 'I am the president of the United States.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. You are not the president. You are a client in the hospital.

B. Tell me more about being the president.

C. Why do you think you are the president?

D. Let's talk about something else.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Why do you think you are the president?

Question 3 of 5

A client has been prescribed diazepam (Valium) for the treatment of anxiety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?

A. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication.

B. Take the medication with food to avoid stomach upset.

C. Stop taking the medication if you feel better.

D. Double the dose if you miss a dose.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication.

Question 4 of 5

A client is being taught relaxation techniques to manage anxiety. Which of the following techniques should be included in the teaching? Select one that does not apply.

A. Deep breathing exercises

B. Progressive muscle relaxation

C. Mindfulness meditation

D. Cognitive restructuring

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Cognitive restructuring

Question 5 of 5

What intervention should the nurse implement for a client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) performing ritualistic handwashing?

A. Allow the client to continue the ritualistic behavior initially

B. Immediately stop the client from performing the ritual

C. Encourage the client to perform the ritual more quickly

D. Provide a distraction to interrupt the ritual

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Allow the client to continue the ritualistic behavior initially

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