The Following Treatment Has Been Found to Reduce Symptoms in Up

question 12

Multiple Choice

The following treatment has been found to reduce symptoms in up to 80 percent of older adults with chronic depression:

• A) counseling.
• B) antidepressants.
• C) counseling and antidepressants.
• D) none of the above.

Understand the importance and types of documentation in nursing and healthcare.

Identify the legal and privacy considerations in patient health information (HIPAA).

Recognize the significance of accurate and factual documentation in patient care.

Differentiate between various documentation formats and their appropriate use.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing the heart rate, facilitating a state of calm and relaxation.

Somatic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system that controls voluntary movements of the body and transmits sensory information.

Racing Heartbeat

A rapid increase in heart rate, often due to excitement, stress, or physical exertion.

Spinal Reflex

A rapid, automatic response initiated in the spinal cord without conscious brain involvement, typically in response to a stimulus.