A Client Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder States,"I've Been Feeling

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Multiple Choice

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'?"

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Definitions:

Patriarchy

A social system where men hold primary power and predominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property.

Brotherhood

A relationship between brothers or a bond among men or a group of people who share common goals, interests, or experiences.

Camaraderie

A spirit of friendly good-fellowship and mutual trust among people who spend a lot of time together.

Self-Efficacy Beliefs

The belief in one's own ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.