Depression

This Simulated Patient Encounter maps to Scenario PSY 01 – Cecil Whitver – Depression on the Elsevier Evolve Platform

Cecil Whitver is a 78-year-old African-American male with a history of depression diagnosed after the death of his wife 2 months ago. He was admitted to the inpatient medical-surgical unit and started on IV fluids for a medical diagnosis of dehydration. During this scenario, learners must assess, intervene, and manage care for a patient experiencing major depression.

 

This case can be purchased separately or as part of Elsevier’s SLS for RN Bundle

Learning Objectives

– Conduct appropriate assessments
– Recognize abnormal findings and respond with needed interventions
– Ensure patient safety
– Communicate effectively with provider and patient
– Document all findings, interventions, and patient responses

MINIMUM:

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-4350
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 2060
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 12 GB available space

RECOMMENDED:

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i7-2300 | AMD FX-4350
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 3060
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 12 GB available space

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