When developing a plan of care to promote self-management, which patient is least likely to be affected by depression?
a. 55-year-old employed female
b. 35-year-old Hispanic male
c. 40 year old with 5th grade education
d. 42 year old with private insurance
ANS: D
Individuals most affected by depression are midlife adults ages 45–64, women, minorities, individuals without a high school education, and individuals without health insurance. Treatment for depression includes the use of medication and psychological therapy. Additionally, patients must learn to manage moods including suicidal thoughts, recognize triggers and relapse, and set goals for behavioral management of their disease.
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