An adolescent’s parents reports their child tends to eat excessive amounts of food then disappears to the bathroom for an extended period immediately following the meal. The patient also frequently discusses ways to lose weight. The nurse suspects which condition?

The patient preparing for chemotherapy confides in the nurse that she is apprehensive about the side effects of the chemotherapy. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

The patient with major depressive disorder tells the nurse, “I can’t stand it anymore. My life is worthless.” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?