1. A nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed

with major depressive disorder. The patient tells the nurse

that he feels hopeless and worthless, and that he has no

interest in anything. Which of the following interventions

should the nurse prioritize to promote the patient's

psychosocial well-being?

A) Encourage the patient to participate in group therapy

sessions.

B) Teach the patient relaxation techniques to cope with

stress.

C) Assess the patient for suicidal ideation and plan of

action.

D) Provide the patient with information about

antidepressant medications.

Answer: C) Assess the patient for suicidal ideation and

plan of action.

Rationale: The nurse should assess the patient for suicidal

ideation and plan of action as a priority intervention,

because the patient is at a high risk of harming himself due

to his depressive symptoms. The nurse should also ensure

the patient's safety and notify the health care provider if the

patient expresses any suicidal thoughts or intentions. The

other interventions are also important, but they are not as

urgent as assessing for suicide risk.

2. A nurse is conducting a mental status examination on a

patient who has been admitted to the psychiatric unit. The

nurse asks the patient to name the current president of the

United States, the date, and the location of the hospital. The