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tnt_battle

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A child who has symptoms of irritable mood and changes in sleep and appetite patterns lasting 3 weeks meets the criteria for which depressive disorder?
 
  a. Major depressive disorder
  b. Dysthymic disorder
  c. Cyclothymic disorder
  d. Panic disorder

Question 2

Which intervention should the nurse teach parents about caring for an infant experiencing drug withdrawal?
 
  a. Keep rooms in the home well lighted.
  b. Play music or the television continuously.
  c. Organize care to minimize disruptions.
  d. Let the infant calm himself if irritable.



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Answer to Question 1

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A 2-week (or longer) episode of depressed or irritable mood in addition to disturbances in appetite, sleep, energy, or self-esteem meets the criteria for a major depressive disorder. A dysthymic disorder is associated with a depressed or irritable mood for at least a year. A cyclothymic or bipolar mood disorder is characterized by chronic, fluctuating mood disturbances between depressive lows and highs for a year. A panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder.

Answer to Question 2

C
The infant's care should be coordinated to limit the number of times the infant is disturbed. Light levels should be maintained at the minimum necessary level. Sound levels should be kept to the minimum necessary level. Comfort measures should be provided immediately when the infant exhibits irritability.



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