A client is experiencing symptoms of depression. Which laboratory or diagnostic test would be used to determine if depression is being caused by another health problem?
A) Electrocardiogram
B) MRI of the brain
C) Thyroid function tests
D) Cerebral angiogram
Answer: C
Heart disorders are not associated with the diagnosis of mood disorders. Cerebral MRI is not used to differentiate mood disorders from physical disorders. Thyroid function tests would be prescribed because thyroid disorders may mimic depression or hypomania. A cerebral angiogram is not used to differentiate mood disorders from physical disorders.
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