Sertraline (Zoloft) Has Been Prescribed for a Client Complaining of Poor

question 11

Multiple Choice

Sertraline (Zoloft) has been prescribed for a client complaining of poor appetite, fatigue, and anhedonia. Which consideration should the nurse recognize as influencing this prescriptive choice?

• A)Zoloft is less expensive for the client.
• B)Zoloft is extremely sedating and will help with sleep disturbances.
• C)Zoloft has less adverse side effects than other antidepressants.
• D)Zoloft begins to improve depressive symptoms quickly.

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Definitions:

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