A Nurse Uses the SAD PERSONS Scale to Interview a Patient

question 4

Multiple Choice

A nurse uses the SAD PERSONS scale to interview a patient. This tool provides data relevant to which of the following?

• A) Current stress level
• B) Mood disturbance
• C) Suicide potential
• D) Level of anxiety

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Definitions:

Decrease Antioxidants

The reduction in substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals, often due to dietary changes or environmental factors.

Antioxidants

Substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals, often found in foods.

Free Radicals

Unstable atoms or molecules with unpaired electrons that can cause damage to cells, proteins, and DNA by stealing electrons from other molecules.

Longevity

The length of time that an individual lives or a thing lasts.