The Nurse Is Concerned That a Colleague Is Experiencing Depression

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is concerned that a colleague is experiencing depression from substance abuse. What does the nurse observe to make this assumption?

• A) The colleague leaves the unit and cannot be located for long periods of time.
• B) The colleague uses the visitor bathroom instead of employee bathroom.
• C) The colleague often eats lunch away from the hospital.
• D) The colleague complains of frequent headaches at work.

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Definitions:

Economic Differences

Variations in wealth, income, and financial resources among individuals, groups, or countries.

Psychological Distress

A condition characterized by emotional suffering and an inability to cope with everyday life, often resulting from stress, trauma, or mental health issues.

Health Inequality

The variation in health status or in the distribution of health determinants between different population groups, often influenced by various socioeconomic factors.

Gender Bias

Prejudice or discrimination against individuals based on their gender, often resulting in unfair treatment.