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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