Information Given to a Depressed Patient and Family When the Patient

question 17

Multiple Choice

Information given to a depressed patient and family when the patient begins selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant therapy should include the directive to:

• A) avoid exposure to bright sunlight.
• B) report increased suicidal thoughts.
• C) restrict sodium intake to 1 gm daily.
• D) maintain a tyramine-free diet.

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Definitions:

1776

The year most famously known for the Declaration of Independence by the Thirteen Colonies in North America, marking the beginning of the United States of America's journey toward independence from British rule.

Republican Motherhood

The idea that women played an essential role in nurturing the principles of liberty and democracy in their children, contributing to the young American republic's civic virtue.

Female Involvement

The participation or inclusion of women in various sectors, activities, or processes, often emphasizing their role in areas where they have been historically underrepresented.

Upper South

A region in the United States that traditionally includes states like Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, known for its historical role in the Civil War and as a part of the broader southern culture.