Which of the Following Is TRUE About the Use of Lithium

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE about the use of lithium as a treatment for bipolar disorder?

• A) It is far more effective at treating the disorder's depressive symptoms than manic symptoms.
• B) Absorption rates vary widely among individuals, presenting a challenge in prescribing the best dosage.
• C) Unlike most drugs for mental health disorders, lithium has few notable side effects.
• D) Patient compliance for taking antimanic drugs like lithium for bipolar disorder is much higher than for other mental health disorder medications.

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