When is it most important for the nurse to screen for signs and symptoms of post-combat PTSD?

a. Screening should be ongoing
b. Before departing to return to the United States
c. Immediately upon return from the combat zone
d. One year after returning from the combat experience


A
PTSD can have a very long lag time; in some instances, it can be 20 years or more. Screening should be ongoing. The other options are too limited.

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