When a patient begins fluoxetine (Prozac), what information ...

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When a patient begins fluoxetine (Prozac), what information should be included in the plan for patient education?
 
  a. The onset of action is 2 to 6 weeks.
  b. Foods containing tyramine should be restricted.
  c. Intake of salt and salty foods should be restricted.
  d. The patient should be alert for symptoms of hypomania.

Question 2

A client has been on the unit for an evaluation. A hearing for this client was scheduled and held. The outcome was a ruling of incompetence. What is the next likely step?
 
  a. A conservator will be appointed to handle the client's affairs.
  b. The client will be accorded the right to refuse treatment and refuse medications.
  c. The client will need to stand trial for the M'Naghten test.
  d. The nursing staff will need to seclude the client.

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Answer to Question 1

A
Patients should be made aware that antidepressant medications work slowly, requiring 2 to 6 weeks for symptoms to be reduced. Patients without this knowledge may discontinue taking the medication, thinking it is not working. The remaining options are not relevant to administration of fluoxetine (Prozac).

Answer to Question 2

A
If a client is found incompetent, the next step would be to appoint a conservator of the person or a conservator of the estates for persons whose mental status makes them unable to care for their daily needs or to handle their financial affairs. Many individuals who are mentally ill, retarded, or demented will need conservators. Some states allow an individual to select his or her own conservator (subject to court approval).