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A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and was prescribed citalopram 2 weeks ago with a planned dosage increase 1 week ago. The client reports having an improved appetite. but still feels very depressed and is still having trouble sleeping. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

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Correct Answer: C - Explain that antidepressants often take several weeks to be fully effective.


Rationale: Antidepressants like citalopram typically take 4-6 weeks to show full effectiveness in treating major depressive disorder. It is important for the nurse to educate the client that it is normal not to see immediate results. This can help manage the client's expectations and ensure adherence to the treatment plan.

Option A: Adding an MAOI to the current regimen can lead to dangerous interactions with citalopram, as MAOIs have significant drug interactions.
Option B: Changing the medication prematurely without giving citalopram enough time to work may disrupt the treatment plan.
Option D: A sleep study is not indicated at this point as the client's sleep issues are likely related to depression and may improve with antidepressant therapy.

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