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A nurse is collecting data on a client who is admitted to the inpatient mental health unit. The client is complaining of sleep disturbances, feelings of helplessness, and a loss of appetite. The nurse recognizes these symptoms to be indicative of

Answer Choices:

A. anxiety.

B. bipolar disorder.

C. delusional disorder.

D. depression. ✓ Correct Answer

Correct Answer:

depression.

Rationale:

😴Depression often presents with sleep disturbances, such as difficulty falling or staying asleep.

😔Clients with depression frequently experience feelings of helplessness and hopelessness that affect their outlook.

🍽️A notable loss of appetite or significant weight change is a diagnostic indicator of depressive disorders.

👉These symptoms reflect a mood disorder rather than the heightened energy of bipolar mania, the persistent false beliefs of a delusional disorder, or the excessive worry typical of anxiety.

📌Core Message

Clients with depression exhibit sleep disturbances, feelings of helplessness, and appetite changes.

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A nurse is collecting data on a client who is admitted to the inpatient mental health unit. The client is complaining of sleep disturbances, feelings of helplessness, and a loss of appetite. The nurse recognizes these symptoms to be indicative of

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