A Client with a History of Three Suicide Attempts Has

A client with a history of three suicide attempts has been taking fluoxetine (Prozac) for 1 month. The client suddenly presents with a bright affect, rates mood at 9/10, and is much more communicative. Which action would be the nurse's priority at this time?

A) Give the client off-unit privileges as positive reinforcement.
B) Encourage the client to share mood improvement in group.
C) Increase frequency of client observation.
D) Request that the psychiatrist reevaluate the current medication protocol.

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