The nurse is caring for a client with depression. The nurse recognizes which assessment findings to be symptoms of depression? (Select all that apply.)

Feelings of despair

Increased energy

Sleep disturbances

Euphoria

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C

A. Feelings of despair or hopelessness are common symptoms of depression, reflecting a persistent low mood.

B. Increased energy is not typically associated with depression; instead, individuals with depression often experience fatigue or loss of energy.

C. Sleep disturbances, such as insomnia or hypersomnia, are common symptoms of depression, affecting both the ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.

D. Euphoria, or a feeling of intense happiness or excitement, is not typically associated with depression and may indicate a different mood disorder, such as bipolar disorder.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker, not a beta blocker.

B. Captopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, not a beta blocker.

C. Atenolol is a beta blocker commonly used to treat hypertension, angina, and other cardiovascular conditions.

D. Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication used to prevent blood clots, not a beta blocker.

A. Eggs B. Onions C. Apples D. Aged cheeses

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Eggs are not typically restricted while taking phenelzine (Nardil).

B. Onions are not typically restricted while taking phenelzine (Nardil).

C. Apples are not typically restricted while taking phenelzine (Nardil).

D. Aged cheeses contain tyramine, which can interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors like phenelzine (Nardil) and potentially lead to hypertensive crisis.

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The nurse is caring for a client with depression. The nurse recognizes which assessment findings to be symptoms of depression? (Select all that apply.)

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A client has been prescribed several medications. Which medication is a beta blocker?

Correct Answer is C

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The patient is taking phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse teaches her to avoid eating:

Correct Answer is D

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