NURSING NUR 3286 Chapter 15- Impaired Affective Function- Depression

Origin: Chapter 15- Impaired Affective Function- Depression, 1 1.A nurse monitors older adults in a long-term care facility. Which of the following symptoms would require follow-up by the nurse to assess for depression in the older adult? A) Anorexia B) Weakness C) Labile affect D) Impaired perceptions Ans: A Feedback: Appetite disturbances, particularly anorexia, are among the most common physical complaints of depressed older adults. Individuals with dementia have the following symptoms: vague fatigue, labile affect, and physical complaints that are easily forgotten. Origin: Chapter 15- Impaired Affective Function- Depression, 2 2.A nurse is reviewing the side effects of antidepressants with a group of older adults. Which of the following statements by a member of the group indicates that the nurse's teaching has been effective? A) "I will start on the dose that I will take for life." B) "Fluoxetine should be given in the evening because it may help me sleep." C) "I need to maintain my fluid intake while on antidepressant medication." D) "The length of antidepressant treatment is usually 3 months for a first-time depression." Ans: C Feedback: An increase in fluid intake helps prevent the risk of postural hypotension. Dosages can be increased gradually until maximal therapeutic levels are reached, while observing for adverse effects. Fluoxetine should be given in the afternoon because of agitation. The length of treatment is usually 6 months for a first-time depression. Origin: Chapter 15- Impaired Affective Function- Depression, 3 3.A nurse monitors for depression in the older adult population. Which of the following are a risk factor and a functional consequence of depression in the older adult? (Select all that apply.) A) Chronic pain B) Functional impairment C) Hypernatremia D) Nutritional deficiencies E) Renal impairment Ans: A, B, D Feedback: Chronic pain, functional impairment, and nutritional deficiencies are both contributing factors and consequences of depression in the older adult.