A 45-year-old woman is admitted to an inpatient mental health facility with the diagnosis of severe depression.She lives by herself and has been very active in her community for many years.During the past 6 months,she has become increasingly withdrawn from her family and friends and was terminated from her job because of excessive absenteeism.When she arrives on the unit,she makes little eye contact with the nurse,has a flat affect,and answers with one or two words.What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient?

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The complete picture of this client indicates hopelessness as the most accurate nursing diagnosis at this time.The other three options may apply to her at a later time after further evaluation.

A 45-Year-Old Woman Is Admitted to an Inpatient Mental Health