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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Neurologic Drugs

Question 4 • VA_Pharmacology_A

Why would someone diagnosed with bipolar disorder be prescribed chlorpromazine as part of their treatment, while someone with depression would not?

Answer
A
Bipolar disorder is usually treated with an antianxiety medication.
B
Chlorpromazine is an antidepressant
C
Chlorpromazine treats mania, which is not a symptom of depression
D
Chlorpromazine may increase the effects of depression

Explanation

Bipolar disorder can involve manic episodes, and chlorpromazine is an antipsychotic medication that may be used to reduce symptoms of mania. Depression does not include mania, so chlorpromazine would not be prescribed for that reason to someone with depression. Therefore, the correct choice is “Chlorpromazine treats mania, which is not a symptom of depression.”

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