A patient with multiple sclerosis has begun experiencing extreme bouts of fatigue. The patient states, "I don't have the energy to do anything. I just need a boost, because I feel like I'm depressed as well
Is there a medication I can take that helps both my fatigue and depression?" The nurse would anticipate that the prescriber would order which class of drug?
a. A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
b. An amphetamine
c. A monoamine oxidase inhibitor
d. A tricyclic antidepressant
ANS: A
Fatigue develops in up to 90% of patients with multiple sclerosis. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors can reduce fatigue and are a good choice for patients who are also depressed.
Amphetamines, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, and tricyclic antidepressants are not the drugs of choice to manage fatigue and depression.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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Which of the following is likely to occur as a result of the patient's reduced self-esteem? A) Lethargy B) Withdrawal C) Self-care deficit D) Lack of interest
Which data does a nurse collect during the general survey when meeting a patient for the first time? Select all that apply
a. Gait b. Muscle strength c. Heart sounds d. Hearing and speech abilities e. Mood or affect f. Position of the trachea