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ENagel

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According to a patient's chart at the mental health center, she has been prescribed divalproex. Based on these prescriptions, what might you conclude is the likely diagnosis?
 
  a) schizophrenia
   b) bipolar disorder
   c) major depressive disorder
   d) generalized anxiety disorder

Question 2

Studies of the epidemiology of suicide suggest that
 
  a) about 10 to 20 of people report suicidal ideation at one point in their life.
  b) suicide rates decrease with age.
  c) men are more likely to attempt suicide.
  d) rates are lower among regular churchgoers.



rachel

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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a



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