When Counseling a Patient Diagnosed with Depression Who Is Prescribed

question 5

Multiple Choice

When counseling a patient diagnosed with depression who is prescribed St.John's wort,which information would a nurse include in the patient's education plan?

• A) No research-based findings of drug interactions have been reported.
• B) The introduction of the herb should be postponed for 24 hours after starting an antidepressant.
• C) The herbal tea made with this herb can be taken along with a prescribed antidepressant.
• D) Side effects such as dry mouth, photosensitivity, gastrointestinal symptoms, and dizziness can occur.

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Definitions:

Dissatisfaction

A feeling of unhappiness or discontentment arising from unmet expectations or experiences.