A client diagnosed with major depressive disorder states, I've been feeling down' for 3 months. Will I ever feel like myself again? Which reply by the nurse will best assess this client's affective symptoms?
A. Have you been diagnosed with any physical disorder within the last 3 months?
B. Have you ever felt this way before?
C. People who have mood changes often feel better when spring comes.
D. Help me understand what you mean when you say, feeling down'?
Question 2
What client information does a nurse need to assess prior to initiating medication therapy with phenelzine (Nardil)?
A. The client's understanding of the need for regular bloodwork
B. The client's mood and affect score, according to the facility's mood scale
C. The client's cognitive ability to understand information about the medication
D. The client's access to a support network willing to participate in treatment
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