A nurse is reviewing the side effects of antidepressants with a group of older adults. Which of the following statements by a member of the group indicates that the nurse's teaching has been effective?
A) "I will start on the dose that I will take for life."
B) "Fluoxetine should be given in the evening because it may help me sleep."
C) "I need to maintain my fluid intake while on antidepressant medication."
D) "The length of antidepressant treatment is usually 3 months for a first-time depression."
Ans: C
An increase in fluid intake helps prevent the risk of postural hypotension. Dosages can be increased gradually until maximal therapeutic levels are reached, while observing for adverse effects. Fluoxetine should be given in the afternoon because of agitation. The length of treatment is usually 6 months for a first-time depression.
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