During client teaching, the nurse must inform the client ...

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During client teaching, the nurse must inform the client prescribed a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) to not expect to see a difference in mood or anxiety level for up to:
 
  a. 5 days
  b. 2 to 3 weeks
  c. 4 to 5 weeks
  d. 6 weeks

Question 2

The visiting nurse is at the home of an 88-year-old woman whose physician is concerned that she is losing weight. While performing an assessment, the nurse discovers that the client's dentures are ill-fitting and this makes eating painful.
 
  The client claimed she informed her daughter of this, but the daughter is too busy to take her to the dentist. The nurse is concerned that this is a possible sign of: a. Abuse
  b. Neglect
  c. Domestic violence
  d. Depression

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Answer to Question 1

B
It is important that the client understand that TCAs typically take 2 to 3 weeks to take effect so he will not become discouraged when he does not see immediate results.

Answer to Question 2

B
Neglect is defined as failing to meet basic physical needs. Abuse and domestic violence are evidence of actual physical harm. This situation does not describe depression.