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CNA-NIC F25 CH4.7
Discuss Communication Guidelines for Depression
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER | is a type of depressive disorder that causes withdrawal, lack of energy, and loss of interest in activities, and other symptoms |
| what is major depressive disorder also called | clinical depression |
| major depressive disorder can be | managed or even cured |
| true or false there are different types of depression | true |
| residents who have recently moved into a facility may be | depressed |
| why are residents who have recently moved into a facility depressed #1 | they have experienced significant changes and losses (such as the loss of a spouse or friend) they may also be dealing with the loss of health, independence, mobility and the ability to care for themselves. |
| why are residents who have recently moved into a facility depressed #2 | Residents may have moved out of their familiar homes and into a facility full of strangers. Their family and friends may not be able to visit. Residents will probably have to share a room with a new person, possibly for the first time in their lives. |
| what is something to consider when looking into resident depression | one of these factors can be enough to make a person depressed, but residents may have to deal with all of these problems at the same time |
| major depressive disorder is not something people can | overcome by choosing to be well - it is a disorder |
| what is the nursing assistant's role for major depressive disorder | is to be supportive, compassionate and to report signs and symptoms |
| what should the NA try to do for residents with major depressive disorder | should try to make each day as pleasant as possible for residents |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #1 | Be pleasant, respectful and supportive |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #2 | Use touch if it helps comfort the resident |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #3 | Sit down and listen carefully. Lean forward and maintain eye contact. This body language helps show you are interested |
| when communicating with residents who are depressed nursing assistants should do | should maintain eye contact, sit at a normal distance and practice active listening when communicating |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #4 | Think before you speak. Try to empathize with the residents' feelings and situation |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #5 | Use a normal tone of voice when speaking. Use simple, clear statements. Do not talk to adults as if they were children |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #6 | Talk about feelings if the resident wishes |
| Major Depressive Disorder Guidelines #7 | Encourage social interaction |
| NAs should report | any signs of possible depression to the nurse immediately |
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