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kshipps

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An elderly client had been prescribed an SSRI to treat depression. Which of the following medications would be in this classification?
 
  A) Desipramine (Norpramin)
  B) Nortriptyline (Pamelor)
  C) Sertraline (Zoloft)
  D) Pemoline (Cylert)

Question 2

Which of the following are three common causes of loneliness in the elderly?
 
  A) Loss of spouse, loss of pet, and inability to speak English
  B) Lack of finances, lack of social support, and lack of housing
  C) Lack of housing, lack of finances, and lack of transportation
  D) Low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression


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

Ans: C
An SSRI used to treat depression includes Zoloft. Norpramin and Pamelor are tricyclic antidepressants. Cylert is a stimulant used for depression.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Burnside lists five causes of loneliness in the elderly (from most common and severe to least common and severe):
 Death of a spouse, relative, or friend
 Loss of a pet
 The inability to communicate in the English language
 Pain: People often complain of loneliness when pain occurs during the late evening or early morning hours because no one is around to provide comfort.
 Certain times of the day or night: Changes in living habits due to institutionalizatio n in a nursing home may cause loneliness because the elderly people are no longer able to perform daily or nightly rituals


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Reply #2 on: Jul 19, 2018
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