Multiple Choice
A client is diagnosed with major depressive episode. Which nursing diagnosis should a nurse assign to this client, to address a behavioral symptom of this disorder?
A) Altered communication R/T feelings of worthlessness AEB anhedonia
B) Social isolation R/T poor self-esteem AEB secluding self in room
C) Altered thought processes R/T hopelessness AEB persecutory delusions
D) Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T high anxiety AEB anorexia
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