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ashley

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A client has been recently diagnosed with depression and has just begun medication management. Which of the client's following statements indicates an accurate understanding of this aspect of treatment?
 
  A) I'm still trying to decide whether antidepressants will be helpful in my treatment.
  B) I understand that I probably won't feel much better for a couple of weeks after I start the drugs.
  C) I can tell that I get a lift each morning after I take my antidepressant.
  D) I know that few people actually see an improvement in their mood with antidepressants, but I suppose I'll try anyhow.

Question 2

Which of the following sleep patterns is suggestive of a manic episode?
 
  A) A client stays awake for several days and nights before crashing and sleeping for a long period.
  B) A client experiences day-night reversal, sleeping until late in the afternoon, and going to bed near dawn.
  C) A client reports having fitful sleep that is characterized by frequent awakenings and nightmares.
  D) A client takes multiple short naps at varied times throughout the day and night.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Antidepressants are proven therapy in the treatment of depression, but effects are not normally observable or felt until 2 to 3 weeks after treatment starts.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
During a manic episode, an individual will typically go several nights without sleep before collapsing from exhaustion.



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