Client is experiencing an acute panic attack

Client is experiencing an acute panic attack

A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who reports feeling sad, worthless, and hopeless 9 months after the death of her son. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?  a. Ask the client if she has thought about harming herself.  b. Discuss the client’s coping skills.  c. Encourage the client to attend a grief support group  d. Request a mental health consult for the client    A nurse in an inpatient facility is caring for a client who has an anxiety disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse take while the client is experiencing an acute panic attack?  a. Encourage the client to watch television as a distraction  b. Administer a dose of alprazolam to the client.  c. Encourage the client to describe their feelings in a journal  d. Administer a dose of atomoxetine to the client