A Patient with Major Depression Has Lost 20 Pounds in One

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient with major depression has lost 20 pounds in one month has chronic low self-esteem and a plan for suicide.The patient has taken an antidepressant medication for 1 week.Which nursing intervention is most directly related to this outcome: "Patient will refrain from gestures and attempts to harm self"?

• A)Implement suicide precautions.
• B)Frequently offer high-calorie snacks and fluids.
• C)Assist the patient to identify three personal strengths.
• D)Observe patient for therapeutic effects of antidepressant medication.

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