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What is the primary function of thyroxine in the human body?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Electroconvulsive therapy is effective for the treatment of which of the following conditions?
A
Diabetes mellitus
B
Major depressive disorder
C
Hypertension
D
Asthma
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Identify the conditions listed in the problem: Diabetes mellitus, Major depressive disorder, Hypertension, and Asthma.
Understand the primary use of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). ECT is a medical treatment most commonly used for patients with severe major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder that has not responded to other treatments.
Evaluate each condition to determine if it is typically treated with ECT. Consider the nature of each condition: Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder, Hypertension is a cardiovascular condition, and Asthma is a respiratory condition.
Recognize that Major depressive disorder is a mental health condition that can be effectively treated with ECT, especially when other treatments have failed.
Conclude that among the options provided, Major depressive disorder is the condition for which Electroconvulsive Therapy is effective.
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