A nurse is trying to determine whether a client is exhibiting symptoms of depression or of her medical illness.
Which of the following group of symptoms would indicate to the nurse that the client may be experiencing depression in addition to being medically ill?
A) Problems sleeping, decreased appetite, and frequent crying
B) Low self-esteem, decreased appetite, and problems sleeping
C) Feeling guilty, difficulty making decisions, and low self-esteem
D) Loss of energy, difficulty making decisions, and problems sleeping
Question 2
A client has had a major stroke, and she is struggling to adjust to living with the consequent changes and permanent disabilities because of problems related to speech and mobility.
The nurse is making a home visit and assesses the client closely based on the understanding that the client is at increased risk for which of the following?
A) Bipolar I disorder
B) Major depressive disorder
C) Generalized anxiety disorder
D) Posttraumatic stress disorder
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