In caring for a patient with major depression, the nurse knows that the patient needs:
A.
Frequent changes in activities.
B.
Introduction to multiple new staff members.
C.
Behavior modification that restructures feelings.
D.
Well-defined, structured interactions at the beginning of treatment.
ANS: D
The depressed patient may become overwhelmed if too much is offered too soon. Structured, goal-directed activities are less stressful.
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