Of the known side effects of SSRIs, which side effect might the nurse consider exploring further in a young male client?
a. Sexual dysfunction
b. Insomnia
c. Anorexia
d. Anxiety
a. Sexual dysfunction
FEEDBACK:
a. The side effect of sexual dysfunction is often seen when taking SSRIs and can be disturbing to the client, thereby triggering this kind of response and refusal to continue the medication.
b. Although insomnia may be a side effect of SSRIs, it is not likely that it would trigger this kind of adamant response from the client. .
c. Although anorexia may be a side effect of SSRIs, it is not likely that it would trigger this kind of adamant response from the client. .
d. Although anxiety may be a side effect of SSRIs, it is not likely that it would trigger this kind of adamant response from the client. .
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