A Patient Whose Spouse Has Died Recently Reports Feeling Down

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient whose spouse has died recently reports feeling down most of each day for the past 2 months. On further questioning, the nurse learns that the patient has quit participating in church and social activities, has difficulty falling asleep, and has lost 5 lb. The patient reports feeling tired and confused all the time but does not have suicidal thoughts. What does the nurse suspect?

• A) Grief and sadness
• B) Hypomania
• C) Major depression
• D) Situational depression

Identify the current state of nursing education, practice settings, and demographic trends.

Understand the role of nurses in patient education and interprofessional relationships.

Recognize the importance of professional image and advocacy in nursing.

Understand the ethical and legal implications of nurses' actions in the context of patient privacy and professional conduct.

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Definitions:

Nasal Cavity

Cavity between the external nares and the pharynx. It is divided into two chambers by the nasal septum and is bounded inferiorly by the hard and soft palates.

Pylorus

The opening from the stomach into the duodenum, regulated by a sphincter that controls the passage of digested food.

Fundus

The upper part of an organ, often referred to in context with the stomach or uterus, opposite from the opening.

Cardiac Region

A specific area of the stomach near the esophageal opening that acts as a sphincter to control the passage of food into the stomach.