A 17-year old-patient recently lost her mother. At her annual physical examination, the patient tells the nurse she will not be able to attend the residential college she had planned for because her responsibilities with her siblings at home have increased. Why will the nurse assess the patient for signs and symptoms of depression?

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2. Multiple losses overwhelm usual coping mechanisms and place the individual at risk for depression. Although adolescents are at increased risk of depression, not all adolescents suffer from that condition. There is no indication that this patient is experiencing a lack of support. Pressure to function is not a significant indicator of depression.

A 17-Year Old-Patient Recently Lost Her Mother