MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 100: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 100
10. From the previous question, what should the physician ask about to distinguish between the two possible disorders affecting that patient?
- A. Whether the patient has amnesia
- B. Whether the patient has also had manic episodes
- C. Whether the patient is irrationally afraid of anything
- D. Whether the patient has experienced difficulty performing familiar tasks
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
To determine if this patient has major depressive disorder or a bipolar disorder, the presence of manic (or hypomanic) episodes should be confirmed. Bipolar disorders contain manic (or hypomanic) episodes, while major depressive disorder does not.