A client with end-stage lung cancer who is in hospice care is experiencing severe depression. Which of the following medications might be prescribed to alleviate this symptom? Select all that apply
A) Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
B) Citalopram (Celexa)
C) Buspirone (BuSpar)
D) Eszopiclone (Lunesta)
E) Furosemide (Lasix)
F) Paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva)
A, B, F
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Bupropion (Wellbutrin), citalopram (Celexa), and paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva) are prescribed for depression. Buspirone (BuSpar) is prescribed for anxiety, eszopiclone (Lunesta) is a sleep medication, and furosemide (Lasix) is used for edema.
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