mental health

A client with paranoia is admitted to the mental health unit and immediately

goes to the corner of the room and sits quietly without communicating. In

approaching the client, what intervention should the nurse implement first?

Explain the nurse’s role to the client.

2. Client treated with lithium for bipolar develops diarrhea, vomiting and

drowsiness, what action should the nurse do

Notify HCP of the symptoms prior to the next admin of the drug

3. A mental health worker (MHW) is caring for a client with escalating aggressive

behavior, which action by the MHW warrants immediate intervention by the

nurse?

Is attempting to physically restrain the client.

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