A Patient Taking Medication for Depression States,"I Need to Stop

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient taking medication for depression states,"I need to stop taking my medication because it blurs my vision,and I'm making mistakes when I paint jewelry by hand." Which response by a nurse would be most therapeutic?

• A) "If you cannot take medication, would you consider a course of 6 to 10 electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) treatments offered on an outpatient basis? ECT treatments usually work immediately."
• B) "Do you recall the two of us discussing that blurred vision may occur but that it will resolve shortly? In the meantime, let's discuss how to best avoid getting injured until your vision clears up."
• C) "I understand your concern considering that you need to work to receive health insurance. Would you like me to ask the psychiatrist to change your medication?"
• D) "You may need to apply for a sick leave for 6 months until your depression improves enough to lessen the medication dosage."

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