A Patient with Severe Depression and Suicidal Ideation Has Not

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient with severe depression and suicidal ideation has not improved after trials with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and tricyclic antidepressants.Which treatment option can a nurse expect the health care provider will now consider?

• A) Light therapy
• B) Benzodiazepines
• C) Electroconvulsive therapy
• D) Antipsychotic medication

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Definitions:

Satanic Cult

A group or sect that performs rituals and activities in worship of Satan or involving Satanic themes, often surrounded by controversy and speculation.

Depression

A common and serious mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, leading to various emotional and physical problems.

Women

Adult female humans, often considered in the context of social, cultural, and biological distinctions from men.

Men

Adult human males, often referred to based on their sex which is determined by biological attributes such as chromosomes, hormone levels, and anatomical characteristics.