Question

what is the best response to use when caring for a client who is depressed?
“let me tell you a funny story.”
“you seem down today.”
“cheer up and dont look so sad.”
“dont worry; everything will be all right.”
question 90 1 pts
mr. wong becomes very angry and states that someone has been in his room and has taken his razor. he is swearing and yelling at the staff. your best response is:
“i dont blame you for being angry.”
“that doesnt make any sense. i dont know who would want your razor.”
“this happens all the time” and begin to look in his bedside unit.
“this is very upsetting. can you show me where you usually keep your razor?”

Explanation:

For the first question, acknowledging the client's mood in a non - dismissive way is best. "You seem down today" shows empathy without being patronizing. For the second question, validating the client's feelings and then trying to find a solution is key. "This is very upsetting. Can you show me where you usually keep your razor?" does this by recognizing his distress and moving towards a resolution.

Answer:

1. "You seem down today."
2. "This is very upsetting. Can you show me where you usually keep your razor?"