Lynn, the LPN/LVN, is providing care for a patient diagnosed with depression. The patient is not responding to any of the medications ordered. The nurse foresees this patient may be a candidate for:
A.
Neuroleptic medication.
B.
Short-term seclusion.
C.
Psychosurgery.
D.
Electroconvulsive therapy.
ANS: D
Electroconvulsive therapy is an effective treatment for those experiencing severe depression that is not helped with medication.
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