The Parents of a Child Suffering from Depression Ask the Nurse

question 34

Multiple Choice

The parents of a child suffering from depression ask the nurse what causes depression in children.Which answer is an appropriate response by the nurse?

• A)The causes of major depression are unknown.
• B)Major affective disorders in parents increase depression in children.
• C)Boys are more likely than girls to be depressed.
• D)The prevalence rate is higher in prepubescent children.

Grasp the history, principles, and key figures of the hospice movement and palliative care.

Recognize the characteristics, symptoms, and risk factors of Alzheimer’s disease.

Appreciate the importance of evidence-based practice in healthcare decision-making.

Describe the components and interdisciplinary team of hospice care.

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Definitions:

Medical Attention

Professional care or treatment provided by qualified health practitioners, typically in response to illness, injury, or medical conditions.

Prescribed Treatments

Therapies or medications recommended by a healthcare professional to address or mitigate symptoms of a medical or psychological condition.

Physicians

Medical professionals licensed to diagnose and treat diseases, prescribe medications, and perform surgeries.

Written Instructions

Directions or guidelines provided in text form to explain how to perform a task, complete a process, or use a product.