A client was admitted with major depressive disorder 3 weeks ago and received a prescription for sertraline (Zoloft) on admission. Today the client self-reports feeling great. It is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to consider which information when implementing care for this client? The relationship between the depth of depression and suicide ideation exists. The client may be at increased risk for suicide as the depression lifts. The medication takes 2 weeks to be effective, so the treatment is working well. The client is improving, so discharge planning should be considered.
[Answered]: A client was admitted with major depressive…
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