Asked by Paulette Hayes on Sep 24, 2024
A tricyclic antidepressant is prescribed for an older adult patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Nursing assessment should include careful collection of information regarding:
A) use of other prescribed medications and over-the-counter products.
B) evidence of pseudoparkinsonism or tardive dyskinesia.
C) history of psoriasis and any other skin disorders.
D) current immunization status.
Tricyclic Antidepressant
A class of medications used to treat depression that works by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain.
Pseudoparkinsonism
A condition that resembles Parkinson's disease but is caused by side effects of certain medications, not by the disease itself.
Over-The-Counter
Refers to medicines and products available without a prescription, accessible directly from stores.
- Pinpoint the dangers and obligatory preventative actions when prescribing medication to senior citizens.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the dangers and obligatory preventative actions when prescribing medication to senior citizens.
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