Problem: What information should the nurse include when educating an older adult client being prescribed an antidepressant medication for the first time?
Select all that apply.
A) Therapeutic effect of the therapy should be noticed in 7 to 10 days.
B) Age can affect the time needed to reach the medication's peak effectiveness.
C) Medication should be taken at meal times.
D) Initial dosage is usually one-half of the normal adult dose.
E) Never discontinue the medication without first consulting the health care provider.