You Are Working with a Patient Who Has Responded Well

question 13

Multiple Choice

You are working with a patient who has responded well to antidepressants in the past, and has had only a moderate response to SSRIs. Aside from increasing the dose, you might also suggest:

• A) Adding an MAOI
• B) Adding another SSRI
• C) Trying a lithium boost
• D) Adding a benzo

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