Stacy Has Been Diagnosed with an Eating Disorder

question 162

Multiple Choice

Stacy has been diagnosed with an eating disorder.Which class of drugs would a psychiatrist MOST likely prescribe to help treat this disorder?

• A)a hypnotic
• B)a long-acting benzodiazepine
• C)an SSRI
• D)an antipsychotic

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