How can Nurses support patients identified with depression through the GDS?
- Education: Inform patients and their families about the nature of depression and the importance of treatment. - Referral: Refer patients to appropriate mental health services for further evaluation and treatment. - Monitoring: Regularly assess the patientâs mental health status and response to treatment. - Support: Provide emotional support and encourage participation in social activities and physical exercise, which can improve mood. - Medication Management: Assist in managing and monitoring any prescribed antidepressant medications, ensuring adherence and observing for side effects.
