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MAJOR DEPRESSION DISORDER - Coggle Diagram
MAJOR DEPRESSION DISORDER
Important Assessments
assess patient suicide thoughts
assess patient level of consciousness
assess patient using mental status exam
Pathophysiology
Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression,
mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest
people typically have multiple episodes.
Medication
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
Tricyclic antidepressants
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Behavioral Interventions
Explore relationships and experiences, and develop positive interactions with others
Identify negative beliefs and behaviors and replace them with healthy, positive ones
Nursing Interventions
Pay attention to warning signs
Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs
Learn about depression.
Patient Education
educate patient to set realistic goals for your life
educate ways to cope and solve problems
teach ways to relax and manage your stress.