A Patient Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder Began Taking Escitalopram

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder began taking escitalopram 5 days ago. The patient now says, "This medicine isn't working." The nurse's best intervention would be to

• A) discuss with the health care provider the need to increase the dose.
• B) reassure the patient that the medication will be effective soon.
• C) explain the time lag before antidepressants relieve symptoms.
• D) critically assess the patient for symptoms of improvement.

Evaluate the success and impact of community health interventions.

Recognize the importance of resource availability and administrative support for health projects.

Identify flaws and challenges in health care legislation and planning over the past decades.

Acknowledge the necessity of continuous assessment and adaptation in health project management.

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Definitions:

Somatic Symptom Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by an individual experiencing significant physical symptoms that may not have a diagnosable medical explanation, causing major distress and problems functioning.

Relaxation

Techniques or practices that reduce stress and tension in the body and mind, promoting a state of calm.

Systematic Desensitization

A therapeutic technique used to reduce phobias and anxiety by gradually exposing the person to the feared object or situation in a controlled manner.

Somatic System Disorders

Conditions in which an individual experiences physical symptoms that have a psychological origin, often without a medical explanation.