Mary, a depressed patient, is seen in the clinic and is being treated with an SSRI. Mary tells the nurse that she has some pills that she formerly took for depression and that they are called MAOIs. Mary tells the nurse "I want to take the MAOIs right now" instead of continuing with the current medication. The most important information the nurse should convey is:.

The dietary restrictions required to take MAOIs.

That the SSRI antidepressant will be more effective as the weeks go by.

The need to have her blood pressure carefully monitored.

The risk of a serious reaction if she stops the SSRIs and begins the MAOIs.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. "Postpartum depression usually begins 48 hours after childbirth."Postpartum depression can begin at any time within the first year after childbirth, but it typically starts between 1 to 3 weeks after delivery, not specifically 48 hours after.

B. "Postpartum depression is more likely to occur in women who have a history of depression."This statement reflects an understanding of the risk factors associated with postpartum depression. Women with a personal or family history of depression or mental health issues are at a higher risk of experiencing postpartum depression.

C. "It's common for clients who have postpartum depression to exhibit psychotic behavior."While severe cases of postpartum depression can lead to postpartum psychosis, this is a much rarer condition. Postpartum depression itself typically does not involve psychotic symptoms.

D. "The most common manifestation of postpartum depression is harming the infant."While thoughts of harming the infant can occur in extreme cases, the most common manifestations of postpartum depression include symptoms such as sadness, anxiety, fatigue, and difficulty bonding with the baby, rather than intentions to harm.

A. Developmental. B. Adventitious. C. Situational. D. Maturational.

Correct Answer is A

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A nurse is discussing postpartum depression with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of this condition?

Correct Answer is B

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A nurse is caring for a young adult client following the sudden death of his wife. The client feels paralyzed in his ability to cope with work and family responsibilities. Which of the following types of crisis is the client experiencing?

Correct Answer is A

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