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DEPRESSION 
Definition
It is a mood disorder that affect a persons daily life, may be described as feelings of sadness, loss or anger.
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Phathophysiology
Is a depletion of the neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine or dopamine in the central nervous system.
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The monoamine- deficiency theory posits that the underlying pathophysiological basis of depression .
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Nursing care plan
Expected outcome
Patient and significant other will verbalize at least two of the possible causes of depression, three-four of the signs and symptoms of depression and use of medications.
Nursing interventions
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Inform the patient and family members that depression can be treated through medications and psychotherapy.
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Nursing care plan
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Nursing interventions
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Encourage the patient to express feelings and come up with alternative ways to handle feelings of anger and frustration.
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Causes
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abuse(past, physical, emotional or sexual)
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