The Depressed Patient Who Has Been Taking Amitriptyline (Elavil)for the Past

question 18

Multiple Choice

The depressed patient who has been taking amitriptyline (Elavil) for the past 2 weeks complains of still feeling depressed and wants to abandon the drug.The nurse's most helpful response would be:

• A)"All drugs don't work for all people. I will talk to the physician about a new order for a different drug."
• B)"You probably should quit taking Elavil if it is not helping you."
• C)"Sometimes drinking a small glass of wine with meals helps."
• D)"These drugs take several weeks to become effective."

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