In Comparison to Lithium, What Is True of the Newer

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Multiple Choice

In comparison to lithium, what is true of the newer mood stabilizer, valproate?

• A)It is roughly as effective in treating bipolar disorder and has fewer adverse effects.
• B)It is less effective in treating bipolar disorder but has fewer adverse effects.
• C)It is more effective in treating bipolar disorder but has more adverse effects.
• D)It is less effective in treating bipolar disorder and has more adverse effects.

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