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TVarnum

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A patient is newly diagnosed with anxiety and placed on a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). The nurse is developing the plan of care for this patient. How long will it take for this medication to become effective?
 
  a. The medication will become effective immediately.
  b. The medication may take up to 12 weeks to become effective.
  c. The medication may take up to 6 weeks to become effective.
  d. The medication may take up to 4 weeks to become effective.

Question 2

The nurse knows that which of the following medical conditions are most commonly associated with anxiety? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Cancer
  b. Pancreatitis
  c. Hypothyroidism
  d. Dysrhythmias
  e. Encephalitis
  f. Hyperthyroidism



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vkodali

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Efficacy may take at least 8 to 12 weeks. The other options are not realistic.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D, E, F
Cancer, COPD, dysrhythmias, encephalitis, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism are all associated with anxiety. Pancreatitis is not listed as a condition most commonly associated with anxiety.




TVarnum

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help


irishcancer18

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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