A Female Patient States That She Has Had Problems with Depression

question 5

Multiple Choice

A female patient states that she has had problems with depression in the past and thinks she is depressed again. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "What do you think is causing your depression this time?"
• B) "What therapies have worked for you in the past?"
• C) "Did you stop taking your medication?"
• D) "Do you think this is a situational depression?"

---

Definitions:

Longer Adjustment

The extended period of time required for an individual to adapt or become accustomed to new conditions or changes.

Expert Thought

Advanced cognitive process characterized by the ability to solve complex problems, make decisions, and understand concepts deeply, often in a specific domain of knowledge.

Routine

A set of usual or fixed procedures or practices, especially one followed regularly, contributing to efficiency and order.

Decades of Life

Distinct ten-year periods in an individual's life used to mark significant phases of development or events.