For a Patient with GAD and a History of Substance

question 5

Multiple Choice

For a patient with GAD and a history of substance abuse, one of the primary reasons for choosing buspirone (Buspar) is because it

• A) Inhibits reuptake of serotonin
• B) Is effective for somatic complaints-sweaty palms, shortness of breath, etc.
• C) Does not cause dependency
• D) Has a strong antidepressant effect

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Definitions:

Amino Acids

Organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins, containing both amine and carboxyl functional groups.

Electrical Discharge

The release and flow of electric charge through a medium, often observed as a spark or lightning in nature.

Methane

A colorless, odorless flammable gas that is the simplest alkane, primarily used as fuel and a significant greenhouse gas.

Stromatolites

Layered structures produced by the growth of microorganisms, often found in fossil form, and are among the oldest evidence of life on Earth.