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yoroshambo

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Mr. D has no history of psychiatric disorders; however, you are concerned that his mood will affect his recovery. What questions can you use to assess his mood? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A. Do you feel hopeless or sad? B. Are you interested in resuming your activities?
  C. Do you feel generally satisfied with your life?
  D. Have you been hearing voices?
  E. Are you experiencing palpitations?
  F. Are you having trouble concentrating?
  G. Does your family plan to visit you?

Question 2

Based on Mr. D's answers to your assessment questions, you suspect that Mr. D might be depressed. What should you do first?
 
  A. Locate community resources that he can use after he is discharged.
  B. Call the physician and obtain an order for antidepressant medication.
  C. Identify nursing diagnoses that are based on your assessment findings.
  D. Contact the psychiatric clinical nurse specialist and report your concerns.


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kkenney

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, F

Answer to Question 2

C


yoroshambo

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Reply #2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 8, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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