A Patient Who Has Symptoms of Depression Also Reports Chronic

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient who has symptoms of depression also reports chronic pain.The primary care NP should begin therapy with:

• A) fluoxetine (Prozac).
• B) duloxetine (Cymbalta).
• C) bupropion (Wellbutrin).
• D) nortriptyline (Pamelor).

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Definitions:

Variable

Something that can differ or shift, whether it's an element, trait, or influence.

Trends

Patterns or directions in data that suggest a relationship or show a general tendency over time.

Time

The ongoing sequence of events taking place from past through present to future, measurable in units such as seconds, minutes, and hours.

Cardiac Patients

Individuals who are receiving treatment for or have been diagnosed with heart-related conditions.