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imanialler

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A nurse is explaining biologic factors that may contribute to the etiology of the disease. Which of the following biogenic amines have been implicated in depression?
 
  A) Norepinephrine and serotonin
  B) Epinephrine and dopamine
  C) Dopamine and histamine
  D) Epinephrine and serotonin

Question 2

Which of the following individuals has the highest number of risk factors for the development of depression?
 
  A) Mary, a 42-year-old woman who has experienced depression before but has a strong support system
  B) John, a 32-year-old man who has been diagnosed with cancer and has been abusing alcohol
  C) Samantha, a 50-year-old woman who just lost her spouse and has a family history of depression
  D) David, a 62-year-old man who has had depression in the past and abuses alcohol


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
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The monoamines that have been implicated in depression are norepinephrine (NE), dopamine (DA), and serotonin (5-HT). Disturbances in mood may result when absolute concentrations of NE, 5-HT, or both are deficient.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
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The risk factors for depression include gender with a higher incidence in women than in men, prior episode of depression, family history, stressful life event, current substance abuse, medical illness, and few social supports.


imanialler

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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