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joe

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A patient with chronic depression asks a nurse whether light therapy should be considered as a possible treatment for the disorder. The nurse's response should be based on the knowledge that this form of therapy is best suited for:
 
  a. posttraumatic stress disorder.
  b. seasonal affective disorder.
  c. postpartum depression.
  d. situational depression.

Question 2

The goal of the nursing care plan is to answer which question regarding the achievement of patient wellness? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Why
  b. When
  c. How
  d. Where
  e. Who


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

B
Light therapy, or phototherapy, has been shown to be effective for the treatment of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Phase-delayed sleep brought on by the reduced sunlight in winter disrupts circadian rhythms.

Answer to Question 2

A, C
The nursing care plan includes interventions designed to achieve designated outcomes and which answer the question, How/by what means can this be accomplished? The rationale that is developed for the selection of specific interventions answers the Why?


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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