The nurse assesses a behavior as a sign of depression in the newly admitted resident to a long-term care facility when the resident exhibits disorganization and displays which behavior?
A) frequently comes to breakfast only partially dressed.
B) eats excessive amounts of food at mealtime.
C) socializes with only three or four other residents.
D) arranges daily activities in order to watch Jeopardy at 4:30.

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Disorganization, such as not dressing properly, is a symptom of depression. Eating excessively, socializing with a limited number of residents, and arranging activities around a specific television program are not necessarily signs of depression.

The Nurse Assesses a Behavior as a Sign of Depression