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What is mood?

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A pervasive and sustained emotion that influences ones perception of the world and how one functions

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What is affect?

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Outward emotional expression

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What are examples of affect?

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Blunted, bright, flat, inappropriate, labile, restricted

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What is depression?

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A mental state characterized by sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration

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Depressive disorders affect who (general) and how do they affect them?

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Kids and adults; somatic & cognitive changes, lower quality of life, premature death/suicide, sleeping, concentration, weight, agitation, decreased sexual desire

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Who is depression most common in?

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Females, 18-29 y/o

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If a kid is suspected of having a depressive disorder, how might they present?

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With somatic issues like a stomach ache or headaches, less interactions with peers, avoid play and recreations that they previously liked, irritable instead of sad.

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What is a new depressive disorder diagnostic in the DSM-5?

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Disruptive mood dysregulation

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T/F people with depressive disorder experience a low quality of life and are at greater risk for physical health problems

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True

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Chronic victimization and substance abuse increases the risk of what in kids?

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Depression, suicide ideation, and suicide attempts

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants:
dry/inflammed mouth and caries

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Sugarless gum and candies, 6-8 cups water, toothpaste for dry mouth, pilocarpine drops

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants:
nausea, vomiting

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Take med with food (crackers, toast, tea) or change medications

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants:
weight gain

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Balanced diet and exercise regularly. Can also change medicines

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants:
urinary hesitation and consitpation

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6–8 cups of water per day, bulk laxative, daily exercise, 6–8 cups of water per day, diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants: diarrhea

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Maintain fluid intake, OTC antidiarrheal

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants:
drowsiness

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Don’t drive when drowsy, plan for rest time, no alcohol, shift dosing time, lower medication dose

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants: fatigue

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Daily exercise

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants: Blurred vision

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Pilocarpine drops, magnifying glass

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How can we treat these side effects of antidepressants: flushing and sweating

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Frequent baths, lightweight clothing, Terazosin once daily

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T/F: depression in older adults is often undetected or inadequately treated

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True

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Depression in older adults is often associated with what chronic illnesses

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Heart disease, stroke, and cancer

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In older adults, what can depressive symptoms be confused with?

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Bipolar, dementia, and cerebrovascular symptoms

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Suicide is a high risk for the older population, but specifically…. (men or women)

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Men and people 75 or older

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Major depressive disorder diagnostic criteria

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1 or more moods; depressed or loss of interest/pleasure in nearly all activities for 2 weeks. 4 of 7 symptoms must be present: disruption of sleep, appetite, concentration, energy, psychomotor agitation, excessive guilt, worthlessness, suicidal ideation

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Major depressive disorder diagnostic criteria
1 or more moods; depressed or loss of interest/pleasure in nearly all activities for 2 weeks. 4 of 7 symptoms must be present: disruption of sleep, appetite, concentration, energy, psychomotor agitation, excessive guilt, worthlessness, suicidal ideation
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What groups have higher incidences of depression? White, black, Asian, hispanic, or native americans?
White, native americans
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Name 2 risk factors for depression
Prior episodes, family history, lack of social support, lack of coping abilities, environmental stressors, substance use and abuse, medical/mental illness comorbidity
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What word do native americans and middle eastern use to describe depression?
heartbrokenness
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Someone from the West Indies would use what word in-place of depression?
brain fog
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Zar and running amok describe what?
Depressed, sad, hopeless, and discouraged
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According to neurobiology theories, depression is caused by what?
A deficiency or dysregulation in the CNS concentrations of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine
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Psychoneuroimmunology
Research into proteins, known as chemical messengers, between nerve cells. Increased cytokine levels are associated w/depression and cognition impairment= inflammatory rxn are involved in development of mental health disorders
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Freuds view on depression
Due to an early lack of love, care, warmth, protection which results in anger, guilt, helplessness, and fear regarding the loss of love
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The conflict between wanting to be loved and the fear of rejection leads to....
Self-punishment, self-rejection, low self-esteem, and depression
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Developmental theorists think that depression results from...
Loss of a parent through death, separation, or lack of emotionally adequate parenting which delays developmental milestones
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What are the 3 specific goals of depression treatment?
1) reduce/control/eliminate symptoms 2) improve occupational and psychosocial function 3) reduce relapse through recovery-oriented strategies
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What 2 types of theories have been shown to be as effective as pharmacotherapy in milder depressions?
-Cognitive: prevents relapse and is implemented by a trained professional - Interpersonal: recognizes and seeks to overcome losses, role confusion, social isolation, and deficits in social skills
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Combination therapy is usually effective. If not, what can be done in-place of that?
ECT, light therapy, rTMS
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What are alternative therapies?
Acupuncture, yoga, tai chi, meditation, guided imagery, massage therapy, music/art therapy
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Would interviewing a family member or friend about the patients day-to-day life help with diagnosis?
Yes
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Past history assessment for depression
CNS, endocrine, anemia, chronic pain, autoimmune illness, diabetes, menopause, surgery, abortion, child birth,
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Physical assessment for depression
VS, CBC, LFT, EKG, urinalysis, appetite and weight changes, sleep disturbances, tiredness, decreased energy, and fatigue
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Hypersomnia
Prolonged sleep episodes at night or increased daytime sleep. Pt complains of not feeling rested
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Terminal insomnia
Waking too early and not being able to go back to sleep. Pt complains of not feeling rested
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What should the nurse gather information on related to medications during the assessment?
Frequency and dosage, prescribed/OTC meds, assess lethality of meds, herbal intakes, drugs,
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What is included in the psychosocial assessment?
Mental status exam, coping skills, developmental history, family history, patterns of relationships, support system, education/work history, history of abuse. Identify pt strengths and weakness, include fam member in interview.
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Anhedonia
Loss of interest or pleasure
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What are the 5 common self-report scales for depression and assessing mood/affect?
-GQH (get health questionnaire) -CES-D -BDI (beck depression inventory) -SDS -PRIME-MD
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Psuedodementia
Memory difficulties which are signs of depression in older adults but commonly mistaken for dementia
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Suicidal behavior
Occurrence of persistent thought patterns and actions that indicate a person is thinking about, planning, or enacting suicide
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Children most often use ____ as their method of suicide compared to men using ___ and women using ___
- suffocation - firearms - pills, poison
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How can the nurse prioritize care with depression?
1- assess suicide 2- physical impact of depression
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What are some blocks to communication when dealing with someone who is depression?
Being overly cheerful or cheerleading. Instead, be calm and supportive
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What is one of the 1st nursing interventions in physical care?
Re-establish normal sleep patterns and healthy nutrition
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Patients with coronary heart disease can do what to help decrease depressive symptoms within 4 weeks?
Deep breathing exercises 3 times a day
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Meds should be continued for at least ___ months to ___ year after the pt achieves complete remission of symptoms
6 months 1 year
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What 3 classes of meds commonly have an impact on vital signs?
MAOIs, TCAs, or SNRIs
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Why do people stop taking their SSRIs?
GI (cramping, diarrhea), heartburn
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Most common side effects of TCAs
Antihistaminic (sedation, weight gain), anticholinergic (blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, UR, tachycardia, decreased memory)
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Symptoms of a hypertensive crisis
Sudden, severe pounding headache, racing pulse, flushing, stiff neck, chest pain, n/v, diaphoresis
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Alpha 2 antagonist med
Remeron
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Alpha 2 ant side effects
Sedation, anticholinergic, appetite increase, weight gain, hypercholestremia, weak, lack of energy, dizzy, hypertriglyceridemia
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What is the least lethal antidepressant?
SSRI
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Common SSRI meds (5)
fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), paroxetine, escitalopram (Lexapro), citalopram (Celexa)
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Common side effects of SSRI
GI distress, sedation, weight loss/gain, anticholinergic, cramping, heartburn -take w/food
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Common SNRI meds (4)
desvenlafaxine (Pristiq XR), duloxetine (Cymbalta), levomilnacipran (Fetzima), venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
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Common SNRI side effects
N/v, anticholinergic, weight gain, diaphoresis, sexual dysfunction -watch for HTN, take w/food
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Common med for NDRI
Bupropion
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Side effects of trazodone (Oleptro)
Sedation, antichol, headache, dizzy, n/v
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Common TCAs
amitriptyline, clomipramine, amoxapine
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Common MAOIs
Isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, selegiline
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Side effects for MAOI
Headache, drowsy, dry mouth, ortho hypoTN, insomnia, weight loss, rare priapism
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Side effects for TCAs
sedation, weight gain, anticholinergic, tachycardia, decreased memory -take at bedtime, increase water and fiber, sugarless candy
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Serotonin syndrome
Develops within hours/days, s/s are AMS, agitation, myoclonus, hyperreflexia, fever, diaphoresis, ataxia, diarrhea.
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Nursing interventions for serotonin syndrome
- stop using the drug - notify the provider - IV fluids, antipyretics, cooling blanket
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Cognitive therapy approaches are considered 1st line treatment and should be in all nursing care plans
Yes
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When depressed, increased energy can often be a sign of ....
Suicide plans
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When depressed, increased energy can often be a sign of ....
Suicide plans
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Milieu therapy
Helps maintain socialization skills and continue interaction with others
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Telehealth
Use of electronic approaches and communications that support Clincal and professional health care that facilitate biobehavioral health needs. Assess, diagnose, treat, collaborate
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Hypothyroidism is associated with depression
yep
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Medical home model
Health care coordinated by 1 health provider which allows for meaningful relationships
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Dysthymia
Persistent depressive disorder; major depression that lasts for 2 years if an adult or 1 year if a kid
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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Recurring mood swings, sadness, sensitivity to rejection in the final week before the onset of menses. Mood will improve a few days after menses begins. Stress, history of interpersonal trauma, and seasonal changes are associated
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Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Severe irritability and outbursts of temper. Begins before the age of 10, kids display outbursts 2-3 times a week and can occur with ADHD
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rTMS
Mild treatment resistant depression. 37 minutes, 20-30 session over 4-6 weeks
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ECT
Severe depression, rapid treatment needed, succinylcholine (muscle relaxant)
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Light therapy
Mild to moderate seasonal depression, non psychotic
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Trazadone (medication) should avoid what juice
Grapefruit

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