A patient who has a major depressive disorder has been taking fluoxetine (Prozac)20 mg daily for 3 months and reports improved mood,less fatigue,and an increased ability to concentrate.The patient's side effects have diminished.What will the nurse counsel this patient to discuss with the provider?

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Once patients have demonstrated control of symptoms with decreased side effects on the maintenance dose of 20 mg daily,patients may begin once-weekly dosing.The 20-mg dose is maintenance dosing,so decreasing or increasing the dose is not indicated.Patients should not stop taking the medication abruptly.

A Patient Who Has a Major Depressive Disorder Has Been