ATI RN
ATI RN Mental health 2019 NGN II Questions
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A client is concerned about the potential side effects of antidepressant medications. Which of the following side effects is commonly associated with antidepressant use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Insomnia. Antidepressants often affect sleep patterns, leading to difficulty falling or staying asleep. This is a common side effect due to the medications' impact on neurotransmitters in the brain. Increased appetite (
A) is usually associated with certain antidepressants, but insomnia is more commonly linked. Hypertension (
B) is not a typical side effect of antidepressants, as they generally do not directly affect blood pressure. Excessive energy (
D) is not a common side effect of most antidepressants; in fact, they may initially cause fatigue or lethargy.
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