The Spouse of a Patient Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Asks

question 33

Multiple Choice

The spouse of a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder asks what evidence supports the possibility of genetic transmission of bipolar disorders. Select the nurse's best response.

• A) "A high proportion of patients diagnosed with bipolar disorders are found among creative writers."
• B) "A higher rate of relatives diagnosed with bipolar disorder is found among patients with bipolar disorder."
• C) "Patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder have higher rates of relatives who respond in an exaggerated way to daily stresses."
• D) "More individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder come from high socioeconomic and educational backgrounds."

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