A nurse is assessing a child with a depressive disorder. Which symptom is likely to be manifested by the child?
a. Increased nighttime waking
b. Impulsivity and distractibility
c. Carelessness and inattention to details
d. Refusal to leave the house
A
Sleep pattern disturbances are often associated with depression. These include insomnia or hypersomnia. Impulsivity and distractibility are manifestations of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A diminished ability to think or concentrate, carelessness, and inattention to details are clinical manifestations of a depressive disorder. A refusal to leave the house, even to play with friends, is characteristic of separation anxiety disorder.
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a. Decrease your intake of calcium and phosphate. b. Increase your intake of potassium and iron. c. Increase your intake of vitamin D and cal-cium. d. Increase your intake of folic acid and de-crease your intake of sodium.