Electroconvulsive Therapy Is Generally Reserved for Persons Who Are Depressed

question 9

Multiple Choice

Electroconvulsive therapy is generally reserved for persons who are depressed and:

• A) Have responded to drug therapy.
• B) Are so seriously suicidal that waiting for the effect of the antidepressant jeopardizes safety.
• C) Able to tolerate side effects of antidepressant.
• D) Have responded to psychotherapy.

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