Practice Question
A nurse is leading a grief support group for bereaved clients. Which of the following client statements should the nurse report to the provider as an indication of clinical depression?
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Correct Answer:
"l don't feel anything but numbness anymore."
Rationale:
🟫 Emotional numbness or apathy is a concerning indicator of clinical depression, especially when it follows the loss of a loved one.
🟫 While sadness, anger, and yearning are normal in grief, persistent emotional blunting suggests that the grieving process has become pathologic.
🟫 This detachment can interfere with daily functioning, relationships, and the ability to move forward or find meaning after loss.
🟫 The nurse should recognize this as a potential red flag requiring prompt referral to a mental health provider for further evaluation.
🟫 Left untreated, this form of depression can lead to suicidal ideation, social withdrawal, or severe functional decline.
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This question is from RN ATI Mental Health Exam-2023 which contains 56 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4