To which question should the answer "yes" from an elderly client prompt the nurse to include the
Geriatric Depression Scale as part of the assessment?
a. "Would you say your mood is often low?"
b. "Do you often experience moderate to severe pain?"
c. "Have you noticed an increase in your alcohol use?"
d. "Are you having any trouble with your memory?"
A
Feeling low may be a symptom of depression. Low moods occurring with regularity should signal
the need to further assess for other symptoms of depression. The other options do not focus on
mood.
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