Question 1

The nurse is instructing a patient on the cause of bipolar disorder.What neurotransmitters will the nurse describe as contributing to the manic phase of this disorder? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

A 40-year-old patient experiencing periods of mania and periods of depression would most likely benefit from which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The patient is likely experiencing bipolar disorder, and lithium is a mood stabilizer commonly used to treat this condition. Atomoxetine and methylphenidate are used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that is not typically used as a first-line treatment for bipolar disorder.

Question 3

During a health history,the nurse is concerned that a patient with depression is at risk for suicide when the patient Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Question 4

During a health history,the nurse wants to include an assessment of depression with an older patient.What statements will the nurse use to make this assessment? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Question 5

A patient with depression does not want to take prescribed medication because of the side effects.What can the nurse suggest to help with medication adherence? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Accepted Answer

These choices provide suggestions to help alleviate side effects of depression medication, such as dry mouth and eye dryness, which can improve medication adherence.

Question 6

A patient who has been taking antidepressant medication for several months and is demonstrating an improvement in symptoms tells the nurse that counseling sessions might be helpful.Which types of therapies will the nurse review with the patient? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Accepted Answer

Behavioral, interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapies are all types of counseling that can be beneficial for patients with depression. Crisis therapy is typically short-term and focused on immediate issues rather than ongoing depression management.

Question 7

The nurse is concerned that a patient is moving into the manic phase of bipolar disorder when what is assessed? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Quiz 16: Drugs for Emotional Mood and Behavioral Disorders