A client experiencing situational depression after the traumatic ...

[Caiter2013]

A client experiencing situational depression after the traumatic death of the spouse tells the nurse, Since I started taking a walk every day, I've been feeling better. Which conclusion regarding the impact of exercise for this client is appro
 
  Select all that apply.
  A) The client is experiencing an elevated mood due to exercise.
  B) The client's stress is relieved as a result of the exercise.
  C) Exercise is providing a short-term diversion to the pain of losing the spouse.
  D) Exercise has given the client something to do.
  E) The client is experiencing increased brain stimulation as a result of the increased oxygenation that occurs with exercise.

Question 2

The nurse is providing care for a client who is experiencing situational depression after the death of a parent. During the assessment, the nurse learns that the client has returned to work, is caring for her family, and spends quiet time reflecting on h
 
  Which conclusion by the nurse is most appropriate?
  A) The client is working through the grief process.
  B) The client is experiencing denial regarding the death of a parent.
  C) The client is exhibiting ineffective coping.
  D) The client is experiencing anxiety.

[Danny Ewald]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: A, B

Exercise has been known to improve the status of clients diagnosed with situational depression by elevating mood, relieving stress, and helping with focus so that other tasks and responsibilities can be completed. Exercise does more than give someone something to do. Exercise does improve body oxygenation; however, that is not the reason why it has been effective for this client. Exercise should not be seen as a short-term diversion for this client because it is a habit that should be maintained in the future.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A

The client has returned to work, cares for her family, and reflects on her life and future. These are all indications that the client has the ability to work through the grief process, which will reduce the negative consequences associated with situational depression. The client is not denying the death of her mother. The client is not demonstrating anxiety or ineffective coping.

[Caiter2013]

TYSM

[frankwu0507]

Excellent