A nurse is caring for a female client who was admitted less than a week ago, due to moderate depression. The client tells the nurse that she feels much better now and is more than excited to interact with other clients. The nurse's immediate action is to:

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A client who was admitted due to moderate depression cannot achieve such significant improvement in less than a week. Once depression lifts, it is more likely that the client has decided to harm herself; therefore, the nurse must increase suicide precautions. Allowing in-room activities and recommending discharge are inappropriate.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Female Client Who Was