Practice Question
A client prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac) returns to the clinic one week after beginning therapy and states, "This drug is not working, I am still very sad." Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?
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Correct Answer:
"This drug could take 1-3 weeks to begin working."
Rationale:
🍊 Fluoxetine (Prozac) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used for treating depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
🍊 It typically begins to show therapeutic effects within 1 to 3 weeks, although full symptom relief may take 4 to 6 weeks.
🍊 The nurse should provide reassurance and explain that the client’s feelings are common during early treatment, helping promote medication adherence.
🍊 Premature changes to medication are not necessary unless the client experiences severe side effects or worsening symptoms.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Pharmacology
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