Major Depressive Disorder Module: Pre-Test

Major Depressive Disorder Module: Pre-Test

Please complete the information below to initiate the module pre-test. If you have any technical difficulties, please email coeinfo@allianthealth.org.

Welcome to the Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health in Nursing Facilities learning module on major depressive disorder. To begin, please complete the pre-test. Upon completion of the module, you will be asked to complete a post test and will have an opportunity to print a certificate of completion.

Please complete the information below to initiate the learning module sequence. If you have any technical difficulties, please email coeinfo@allianthealth.org.

Facility Name*

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First & Last Name + Credentials (if applicable)*

This is what will appear on your certificate of completion (available after the post-test is complete).

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1. Ms. Evans, 46, has been a resident for one week. She's recovering from abdominal surgery and is learning to take care of her colostomy pouch. She mentions that she wishes she never woke up from surgery and feels hopeless that things will ever get better. What can you do to help Ms. Evans?*

A. Empathize with Ms. Evan and immediately follow the agency reporting procedures to get an assessment for Ms. Evans.

B. Reassure her that she will get better and to be patient.

C. Disregard the statements, as they may be common expressions of frustration.

2. Mr. Russell, 68, arrived at the facility six weeks ago due to severe medical complications caused by uncontrolled diabetes. With his diabetes now under control, he seemed to be doing better until two weeks ago. Now he’s feeling down every day, not eating, losing weight, and sleeping for only 4-5 hours. What could be going on with Mr. Russell?*

a. Readjusting to living in the nursing facility.

b. Showing signs of major depressive disorder.

c. Having side effects from diabetes complications.

3. What is the role of the Patient Health Questionnaire 2 (PHQ-2) in depression management?*

A. It is an assessment tool used to determine the treatment of depression.

B. It’s a screening tool that detects depressive symptoms over the past two weeks.

C. It is a diagnostic tool to determine the severity of depressive symptoms over the past two weeks.

4. Mr. Harris, 54, has been a resident for seven weeks while recovering from a spinal injury. The interdisciplinary team has worked with Mr. Harris to develop a person-centered care approach to help with his depressive symptoms. Which of the following best aligns with a person-centered care approach?*

A. Keep Mr. Harris isolated and focus solely on medication to treat his symptoms.

B. Partner with Mr. Harris to find activities he enjoys and encourage visits from family and friends.

C. Follow a standardized care approach so Mr. Harris participates in the same activities as other residents with major depressive disorder.

5. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), how should you respond to Mr. Hall, a 70-year-old resident who states that he no longer wants to take his antidepressant medication because he feels better?*

A. Respect Mr. Hall’s feelings but explain the importance of consulting with the healthcare team before making any changes to his medication.

B. Immediately stop administering the antidepressant medication as per Mr. Hall’s request.

C. Disregard Mr. Hall’s statement and continue administering the antidepressant medication as prescribed.

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