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The Spouse of a Client Who Is Being Treated for Chronic

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The spouse of a client who is being treated for chronic pain asks the nurse why an antidepressant has been prescribed and states, "My husband is not depressed." Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?


A) "I would think having chronic pain would make your husband depressed."
B) "It may be to prevent depression due to physical limitations."
C) "This type of medication can help inhibit painful stimuli."
D) "Your husband is at risk for suicidal thoughts related to the chronic pain."

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