Auditory hallucinations are the most common form of hallucination, noted by falsely perceived sounds, most often in the form of voices. Command hallucinations are a specific type of auditory hallucination, during which voices instruct the client to perform specific actions, often demanding harm to the client or others. Clients who are alone and experiencing command hallucinations that are homicidal or suicidal in nature require immediate intervention to ensure the safety of themselves and others (Option 2)
- (Option 1) A client experiencing addiction cravings needs assistance but is not a priority over a client with command hallucinations demanding harm to others.
- (Option 3) Parents of clients with conduct disorder need guidance and training to appropriately respond to problem behavior; however, this is not an immediate safety risk.
- (Option 4) A spouse calling about a suicidal client is not the first priority; the client is not alone, and the spouse can call others for help (eg, police, suicide hotline) if necessary while awaiting the nurse's return call. This should be the second returned call.
Educational objective:
A client who is alone with command hallucinations that are homicidal or suicidal in nature requires immediate intervention to prevent harm. Clients who are homicidal or suicidal but are with another person should be addressed after those who are alone
Auditory hallucinations are the most common form of hallucination, noted by falsely perceived sounds, most often in the form of voices. Command hallucinations are a specific type of auditory hallucination, during which voices instruct the client to perform specific actions, often demanding harm to the client or others. Clients who are alone and experiencing command hallucinations that are homicidal or suicidal in nature require immediate intervention to ensure the safety of themselves and others (Option 2)
- (Option 1) A client experiencing addiction cravings needs assistance but is not a priority over a client with command hallucinations demanding harm to others.
- (Option 3) Parents of clients with conduct disorder need guidance and training to appropriately respond to problem behavior; however, this is not an immediate safety risk.
- (Option 4) A spouse calling about a suicidal client is not the first priority; the client is not alone, and the spouse can call others for help (eg, police, suicide hotline) if necessary while awaiting the nurse's return call. This should be the second returned call.
Educational objective:
A client who is alone with command hallucinations that are homicidal or suicidal in nature requires immediate intervention to prevent harm. Clients who are homicidal or suicidal but are with another person should be addressed after those who are alone
This text discusses the importance of prioritizing clients experiencing command hallucinations, especially those with homicidal or suicidal tendencies. It emphasizes the need for immediate intervention to ensure safety. The nurse should call back the client with the most urgent need first, as delays could lead to harmful consequences. Understanding the nature of auditory hallucinations is crucial for effective response. What specific steps should a nurse take when dealing with command hallucinations to prevent potential harm? WordAiApi