A Patient Is Newly Diagnosed with Anxiety and Placed on a Selective

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient is newly diagnosed with anxiety and placed on a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) . The nurse is developing the plan of care for this patient. How long will it take for this medication to become effective?

• A) The medication will become effective immediately.
• B) The medication may take up to 12 weeks to become effective.
• C) The medication may take up to 6 weeks to become effective.
• D) The medication may take up to 4 weeks to become effective.

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