During the implementation phase of providing nursing care to a depressed patient, what is the primary goal of the nurse?

Why is the dose of antidepressant drugs decreased in elderly clients?  

A “party” drug that has shown some promising results for severe depression and suicidal thoughts is:    

A middle-aged client has been treated with SSRIs and cognitive behavioral therapy has identified that passivity has probably contributed to her depression.  The nurse can suggest:    

In general, an appropriate nursing outcome criterion for a client with depression would be:

True or False: Constipation is sometimes seen with depressed patients who have psychomotor retardation.

What is the priority reason for a nurse to perform a full physical health assessment on a client admitted with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder?

What client information does a nurse need to assess prior to initiating medication therapy with phenelzine (Nardil)?

A nurse is implementing a one-on-one suicide observation level with a client diagnosed with major depressive disorder. The client states, “I’m feeling a lot better, so you can stop watching me. I have taken up too much of your time already.” Which is the best nursing reply?

Many of the older antidepressants would cause: