A Patient Is Experiencing Psychomotor Agitation Associated with Major Depressive

question 19

Multiple Choice

A patient is experiencing psychomotor agitation associated with major depressive disorder. Which observation would the nurse associate with this symptom? The patient

• A) paces aimlessly around the room.
• B) asks the nurse to repeat instructions.
• C) complains of prickly skin sensations.
• D) demonstrates slowed verbal responses.

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