A Patient Has Been Prescribed a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient has been prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. After taking the new medication, the patient states, "This medication isn't working. I don't feel any different." What is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "I will call your care provider. Perhaps you need a different medication."
• B) "Don't worry. You can try taking it at a different time of day to help it work better."
• C) "It usually takes a few weeks for you to notice improvement from this medication."
• D) "Your life is much better now. You will feel better soon."

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