An 88-year-old woman after stroke has low mood, poor sleep and disengagement from therapy. She denies wanting to die. PHQ-9 suggests moderate

Question

An 88-year-old woman after stroke has low mood, poor sleep and disengagement from therapy. She denies wanting to die. PHQ-9 suggests moderate depression and there is no delirium or infection. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Treat post-stroke depression and adapt rehabilitation goals

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Stop rehabilitation until mood improves fully

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Use antipsychotic medication for low motivation

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Discharge from therapy because progress is slow

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Diagnose dementia without cognitive assessment

Post-stroke depression — DGM MCQ

An 88-year-old woman after stroke has low mood, poor sleep and disengagement from therapy. She denies wanting to die. PHQ-9 suggests moderate depression and there is no delirium or infection. What is the most appropriate management?