During the assessment of a client with major depression, the nurse observes that the client experiences psychomotor agitation. Which of the following manifestations of psychomotor agitation is seen in the client?
A) Increased sleep
B) Distractibility
C) Lack of energy
D) Lack of interest in daily events

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Distractibility is a manifestation of psychomotor agitation, which refers to excess physical and mental activity that is usually purposeless and unrelated to the environment. The other options listed are manifestations of depression but not specifically related to psychomotor agitation.

During the Assessment of a Client with Major Depression, the Nurse