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lb_gilbert

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A member of the client's family tells the nurse that they do not understand the choice of medication for their mother's depression.
 
  They are worried about the mother becoming addicted to the medication, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). What will the nurse teach the family members about SSRIs? A) The nurse will monitor for signs of addiction.
  B) SSRIs are used for only for short-term treatment.
  C) They can withdraw medication consent at any time.
  D) SSRIs are a safe and effective treatment option for depression.

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A client in an alcohol rehabilitation program tells the nurse I've been such a loser all my life I feel so ashamed for what I have put my family through Now I am in rehab and I am not sure I can stay sober..
 
  What nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate? A) High risk for violence
  B) Self-esteem disturbance
  C) Alteration in health maintenance
  D) Powerlessness


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ErinKing

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B


lb_gilbert

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
:D TYSM

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