advanceddepressionalcohol use disorderprotracted withdrawalsubstance-inducedtemporal relationshipsobriety
A 55-year-old male with a history of alcohol use disorder (in reported remission for 6 months) presents with depressed mood, insomnia, and anhedonia. He denies current alcohol use. His wife confirms he has been sober. He is requesting an antidepressant. What should the PMHNP assess before prescribing?