A client is hospitalized for suicidal ideations as a response to ...

[soccerdreamer_17]

A client is hospitalized for suicidal ideations as a response to complicated grief. Which collaborative interventions would be appropriate for this client's care?
 
  Select all that apply.
  A) Social service consult
  B) Bereavement group
  C) Antidepressant medication
  D) Sleep medication
  E) Psychotherapy

Question 2

A client prescribed an antidepressant tells the nurse that the pill causes dizziness upon standing or changing position too quickly. Which medication does the nurse suspect the client is taking for the treatment of depression?
 
  A) Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
  B) Monoamine oxidase inhibitor
  C) Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
  D) Tricyclic antidepressant

[Sassygurl126]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: A, B, C

Collaboration may include requesting a referral to a social worker who can provide expert guidance about coping with loss or assist with linking clients with additional resources. Bereavement groups can be a resource for clients who have experienced a loss. If pharmacologic interventions are appropriate, antidepressant medications may be prescribed. Although impaired sleep patterns may be associated with grieving, medications to promote sleep usually are not indicated for these clients. Psychotherapy may or may not be indicated for this client.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D

The most common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants is orthostatic hypotension, due to alpha1 blockade on blood vessels. Orthostatic hypotension is not associated with the other medications.

[soccerdreamer_17]

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[Sassygurl126]

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