Although Lithium Can Effectively Treat Bipolar Disorder, One Problem Is

question 55

Multiple Choice

Although lithium can effectively treat bipolar disorder, one problem is that ____.

• A)it is too expensive for most patients to afford
• B)in large doses, it can produce severe memory loss
• C)the drug interacts with the tyramine in certain foods to produce a life-threatening side effect
• D)it has serious side effects that can occur if blood levels of lithium are not regularly monitored

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