The nurse is assessing a newly admitted client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. The nurse assesses the client's level of anxiety and reactions to stressful situations, obtaining this information for which reason?

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It is important for the nurse to assess the client's level of anxiety and reactions to stressful situations, because the combination of these symptoms with psychosis increases the client's risk for suicide. Additional information is needed to help determine the client's outcomes, identify whether the client's mental competency is intact, and evaluate the client's social skills.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Newly Admitted Client Diagnosed with Schizoaffective