1. A nurse is assessing a client who experiences occasional feelings of sad- ness because of the recent death of a beloved pet.The client's appetite,sleep patterns, and daily routine have not changed. How would the nurse interpret the client's behaviors? a. the client's behvaiors demonstrate mental illnessin the form of depression. b. the client's behaviors are inappropriate, which indicates the presence of mental illness. c. the client's behaviors are not congruent with cultural norms. d. the client's behaviors demonstrate no functional impairment, indicating no mental illness.: Answer d. the client's behaviors demonstrate no functional impairment, indicating no mental illness. 2. At which point would the nurse determine that a client is at risk for developing a mental illness? a. When thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are not reflective of the DSM-5 criteria. b. When maladaptive responsesto stress are coupled with interference in daily functioning. c. When the client communicates significant distress. d. When a client uses defense mechanisms as ego protection.: Answer b.When maladaptive responses to stress are coupled with interference in daily functioning. 3. According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which client action would demonstrate the highest achievement in terms of mental health? a. maintaining a long-term, faithful, intimate relationship b. achieving a sense of self-confidence c. possessing a feeling of self-fulfillment and realizing full potential d. developing a sense of purpose and the ability to direct activities: