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    Ati nur 250 med surg proctored exam(clinical nursing practicum)

    A nurse at a primary care clinic is assessing a client for manifestations of depression. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as being consistent with depression?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. "I feel more alert..." Suggests mania or improved focus, not depression. B. "I can't stop my mind racing at night..." Reflects insomnia and anxiety, often associated with depression. C. "I have high blood pressure." A physical health issue; not indicative of depression. D. "I can’t sit still..." May suggest anxiety or mania, but not classic for depression.

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