What interventions can you use to assist K.D. in managing his depression?
What will be an ideal response?
Spend time with K.D. and encourage him to express his feelings and concerns. K.D. should be
offered appropriate referrals, include psychiatry or counseling services. Help him identify available
community support services, and encourage him to use those services after discharge. He may also
be considered for antidepressant use.
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(Select all that apply.) a. "Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine." b. "Apply this ointment until the lesion stops hurting." c. "Use a clean glove when applying this ointment." d. "If your partner develops these lesions, then he can also use the medication." e. "You will need to avoid touching the area around your eyes." f. "You will have to practice abstinence when these lesions are active."