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A 34-year-old woman in her first trimester of pregnancy is evaluated by her psychiatrist. She complains of voices telling her to kill herself because she doesn't deserve to live, and she feels extremely depressed, guilty, and worthless. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment?
A. Clonazepam
B. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
C. Fluoxetine
D. Lithium
E. Psychotherapy
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fluxetine is safe during first trimester
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bbb?...I think ECT is also safe during pregnancy......not very sure though.
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B. Is this patient a depressed patient or schizo patient? Hearing a voice to kill
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Is it B? ECT is safe in pregnancy, isnt it?
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yeap.........it's b......
