A parent calls the clinic to clarify discharge instructions for his child, who was just diagnosed with major depression. The parent states "I was told to watch for anhedonia. What does that mean?" Which explanation by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A.
Flat affect and absence of emotions
B.
Lack of personal hygiene and grooming
C.
Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
D.
Self-mutilation or engaging in self-harm
ANS: C
Anhedonia is loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).