Diagnosed with major depressive disorder

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Alice, 72 years old, was diagnosed with major depressive disorder after the death of her husband 2 years ago. She is seeing an outpatient PMHNP today and says "I would not kill myself, but I really do not want to live". She says she has not cleaned her home in months, she spends most of the time in bed, and has stopped talking to friends and family. She is worried that she may not be able to remain independent as she has physically become weaker since she is not active. She presents today in dirty clothing, speaking quietly and slowly, providing short answers, and appears thin and pale. The mental health nurse is preparing the care plan to help Alice remain in her home independently. Generate Solutions (Planning)

1. Identify one client outcome for each of the priority.

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