Raphael Has Suffered from Hypersomnia for Six Months

question 12

Multiple Choice

Raphael has suffered from hypersomnia for six months.It is affecting his work, and his boss has threatened to fire him if Raphael's job performance doesn't improve.Raphael sees his family physician and asks if something can be prescribed to alleviate his problem.If the doctor does prescribe something for Raphael, it would most likely be:

• A)a tranquilizer
• B)an amphetamine
• C)an opiate
• D)a hallucinogen

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