A patient with recurring depression who experiences anhedonia, early-morning awakening, and sadness asks a nurse, "Do you think this sleep deprivation therapy would work for me?" Which response reflects the best attempt to answer the patient's
question? a. "It's a legitimate therapy that works for some people. What do you know about it?"
b. "Up to 60% of patients improve after sleep deprivation, but the depression tends to return soon after sleeping.".
c. "You can't go without sleep forever. What didn't you like about the treatment you received the last time?"
d. "Sleep deprivation therapy may or may not help, but you've responded well in the past to antidepressant drug therapy.".
B
The patient has asked a legitimate question that reflects some reluctance about using a certain treatment. The correct option answers the patient's question in a direct, factual manner that provides accurate information.
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A) milk. B) wheat. C) cheese. D) bananas.
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A) Decreased skin turgor over sternum B) Decreased blood pressure C) Low urine output D) Increased pulse rate E) Increased respiratory rate
Auscultation
What will be an ideal response?