Author Question: _______________________ is a diffuse apprehension that is vague in nature and is associated with ... (Read 93 times)

vicotolentino · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

___________________ ____ is a diffuse apprehension that is vague in nature and is associated with feelings of uncertainty and helplessness.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A nurse is planning care for a 13 -year-old who is experiencing depression. Which medication is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of depression in adolescents?

1. Paroxetine (Paxil)
2. Sertraline (Zoloft)
3. Citalopram (Celexa)
4. Escitalopram (Lexipro)

swimkari · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Anxiety
Rationale: The definition of anxiety is a diffuse apprehension that is vague in nature and is associated with feelings of uncertainty and helplessness. Townsend considers this a core concept.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Fluoxetine (Prozac) has been approved by the FDA to treat depression in children and adolescents, and escitalopram was approved in 2009 for treatment of depression in adolescents aged 12 to 17 years. All antidepressants carry an FDA warning for increased risk of suicide in children and adolescents.