The nurse caring for a patient admitted with severe depression identifies a nursing diagnosis of Hopelessness on the care plan.Which outcome is appropriate for this diagnosis?

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An outcome for the nursing diagnosis Hopelessness is "displays stabilization and control of mood." "Sleeps 6 to 8 hours per night and reports feeling rested" and "eats a well-balanced diet to prevent weight change" are example of outcomes for the diagnosis Depressed Mood."Does not engage in risky,self-injurious behavior" is an outcome for the nursing diagnosis Risk for Suicide.

The Nurse Caring for a Patient Admitted with Severe Depression