Multiple Choice
A patient states,"I feel so sad all of the time.I can't feel happy even doing things I used to like to do." He also states that he is tired,sleeps poorly,and has no energy.To differentiate between a dysthymic disorder and a major depressive disorder,the nurse should ask which question?
A) "Have you had any weight changes?"
B) "Are you having any thoughts of suicide?"
C) "How long have you been feeling this way?"
D) "Are you having feelings of worthlessness?"
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