The nurse is caring for a client who is taking tricyclic antidepressants. Which statement by the client indicates that the medication is working properly?

Number 2 is correct.

Rationale: Improvement in mood and an interest in outside activities or hobbies indicate that the client is responding positively to the medication. Depressed individuals often sleep a lot and skip work or school because they don’t feel like doing anything. Tachycardia is a side effect of the medication and should be followed up to determine if another medication or dose is more suitable for this client.