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captainjonesify

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The depressed patient who has been taking amitriptyline (Elavil) for the past 2 weeks complains of still feeling depressed and wants to abandon the drug. How should the nurse respond?
 
  a. I will ask the physician about a new order for a different drug.
  b. You probably should quit taking Elavil if it is not helping you.
  c. Sometimes drinking a small glass of wine with meals helps.
  d. These drugs take several weeks to be-come effective.

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A patient is considering having electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) to treat his severe depression. Which statement(s) indicate(s) the patient understands the procedure? (Select all that apply.)


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Tricyclics may take up to 4 weeks before patients experience symptom relief. The patient has not been taking the medication long enough to request a new order. The nurse should not encourage the patient to discontinue the medication. This medication should not be combined with alcohol.

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captainjonesify

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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