In This Discussion, You'll Describe A Patient With A Mood Di

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In this discussion, you'll describe a patient with a mood disorder and the appropriate nursing interventions Describe a client from your clinical setting or previous experience who experienced depression or mania. Include a brief history and 3-5 most pertinent medications. Identify one problem that was not resolved with the treatment regimen. What are the reasons it may not have been successful? Include nursing as well as other team members. Identify one effective nursing intervention and why you feel it worked. Overall, do you feel this client was kept safe? Why or why not? Please provide supporting evidence for your answers. At least 150 words.

Dr. Jack HW Helper · Accepted Answer

The patient I am describing experienced major depressive disorder in a clinical setting. She was a 45-year-old woman with a history of recurrent episodes of depression over the past decade. Her symptoms included persistent sadness, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, and difficulty concentrating. Her medication regimen consisted of sertraline (an SSRI), quetiapine, lamotrigine, and occasionally short-term benzodiazepines for sleep disturbances. Despite adherence to her medications and psychotherapy, she continued to experience suicidal ideation and persistent depressive symptoms, indicating that her treatment plan was not fully effective in resolving these issues. The primary problem was her ongoing suicidal thoughts, which persisted despite pharmacotherapy. The reasons for treatment failure may include inadequate medication dosage, medication resistance, or the presence of comorbid conditions such as anxiety. It’s also possible that the medication regimen did not adequately address her psychosocial stressors or that she lacked sufficient social support. The interdisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and therapists, collaborated to adjust her medications and enhance her safety monitoring. One effective nursing intervention was frequent suicide risk assessments combined with constant observation. This intervention worked because it ensured early detection of escalation in suicidal intent and provided a sense of safety for the patient. The nurse’s presence reassured her and prevented impulsive actions during moments of crisis. Additionally, establishing a therapeutic rapport enabled better communication, allowing her to express her feelings and concerns openly. Overall, I believe she was kept safe because of diligent monitoring, timely intervention, and the supportive team environment. Continuous assessment and patient-centered care were pivotal in maintaining her safety and promoting recovery. References American Psychiatric Association.

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