A client with depression mentions to the nurse, My mother says ...

[james9437]

A client with depression mentions to the nurse, My mother says depression is a chemical disor-der. What does she mean? The nurse's response is based on the theory that depression primarily involves the following neurotransmitters:
 
  1. Serotonin and dopamine
  2. Cortisol and GABA
  3. COMT and glutamate
  4. Monamine and glycine

Question 2

When developing a nursing diagnosis for a 76-year-old client, the nurse assesses that the client has an external locus of control. Which of the following would be a nursing diagnosis derived from this assessment?
 
  1. Social isolation
  2. Powerlessness
  3. Hopelessness
  4. Disturbed personal identity

[Kdiggy]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
One possible cause of depression is thought to involve one or more neurotransmitters. Serotonin and dopamine have been found to be important in the regulation of depression.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2
Individuals with an external locus of control believe they have no control over their destiny and that their behaviors have no effect on outcomes. Option 1 is not a nursing diagnosis associated with external locus of control. Option s 3 and 4 are incorrect; no data support these diagnoses.

[james9437]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[laurnthompson]

Gracias!