When talking with the nurse, a client with a mood disorder says, "i feel rotten. i feel useless. i can't think straight. i feel overwhelmed by everything. i don't know if i can go on." what should the nurse document when describing this encounter?

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Isla Bruce

20 July, 02:13

When talking with the nurse, a client with a mood disorder says, "i feel rotten. i feel useless. i can't think straight. i feel overwhelmed by everything. i don't know if i can go on." what should the nurse document when describing this encounter?

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Whitney Lewis · Answer 1

The nurse should document the client's thoughts and feelings for the thoughts that the client is saying is about suicidal thoughts. It is best to document these in order for it to be reported and to diagnose whether what is the best treatment that is needed to be given to the client.