When using the SAD FACES depression screen, it is important to ...

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When using the SAD FACES depression screen, it is important to assess:
 
  1. Anhedonia.
   2. Suicidal ideations.
   3. Sleep patterns.
   4. All of the above

Question 2

Charlie is 17 years old. He comes to the ER because of a motor vehicle accident. The staff asks Charlie for the contact information for his guardian/parents in order to obtain informed consent for a procedure.
 
  Charlie states that he is an emancipated minor. The nurse knows this will mean: 1. Charlie will require consent from a guardian prior to a procedure.
   2. Charlie will need the permission of the court prior to the procedure.
   3. Charlie is legally eligible to give consent because of his status.
   4. Consent is not needed in an emergency situation.

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Answer to Question 1

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1. Lack of pleasure can indicate depression.
2. Suicidal ideations can indicate depression.
3. Too much sleep and fatigue can indicate depressive moods.
4. Lack of pleasure, ideations, and sleep patterns can indicate a depressive state in teens.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Charlie's situation would require consent if his parents/guardian were his legal guardians.
2. Charlie is at an age and legal status where he can make the decision by himself.
3. Charlie can give legal consent for treatment for himself because of his legal status.
4. Charlie is able to speak and make decisions in this situation, so he requires informed consent.

[fahad]

Great answer, keep it coming

[marict]

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