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javeds

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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



ms_sulzle

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse is using a clarifying statement in order to gather more details related to this client's mood.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
There are many dietary and medication restrictions when taking Nardil. A client must have the cognitive ability to understand information about the medication and which foods, beverages, and medications to eliminate when taking Nardil.



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