Multiple Choice
The nurse performs a full physical health assessment on an older adult client admitted with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder. What is the rationale for the nurse's assessment?
A) The attention during the assessment is beneficial in decreasing social isolation in the elderly.
B) Depression can generate somatic symptoms that can mask actual physical disorders.
C) Physical health complications are likely to arise from antidepressant therapy.
D) Depressed geriatric clients avoid addressing physical health and ignore medical problems.
Correct Answer:
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