The nurse is discharging a client diagnosed with general anxiety disorder (GAD). The client is prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
Which statement made by the client would indicate to the nurse a need for further education?
A) "This medicine could make me feel like I have the jitters."
B) "I may experience some nausea while on this medication."
C) "My doctor will start me off on a high dose and then decrease the dose."
D) "This medicine alters the levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain."
Answer: C
SSRIs are generally started at low doses and then increased as their effectiveness becomes apparent; therefore this statement made by the client is inaccurate and does indicate a lack of understanding and the need for further teaching. The other statements are accurate so do not require further teaching.
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