Make three decisions concerning the medication to prescribe to this client.

Psychiatric nursing | 6630 N | Walden University

1. Prescribe a low-dosage selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) such as citalopram or sertraline to help reduce symptoms of depression.

2. Recommend counseling and/or cognitive-behavioral therapy to the client, in order to provide additional support for managing mood and behavior.

3. Monitor the client’s response to medication closely, making any necessary dosage changes over time as needed.