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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which account of history and symptoms is most consistent with dysthymia?
 
  a. Depressed mood for 2 weeks; anhedonia; feelings of worthlessness
  b. Delusions of guilt and poverty; weight loss; agitation beginning 3 weeks ago
  c. Depressed mood for 3 months; suicidal ruminations; hypersomnia; sullen affect
  d. Depressed for 3 years; poor concentration; anhedonia; low self-esteem; indecision

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a patient who reports moderate tinnitus. The nurse should assess the patient for which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Use of ibuprofen (Motrin)
  b. History of excessive cerumen
  c. Drinking carbonated beverages
  d. History of frequent headaches
  e. Presence of hypertension


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Laurenleakan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Dysthymia is a depressive disorder marked by chronicity. The depression must have been present more than 50 of the time for at least 2 years. The other options describe major depression and psychotic depression.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
Beverages with caffeine are assessed; the patient may be drinking decaffeinated cola products. The other assessments are appropriate.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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