The client diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) asks, "Why did my health-care provider prescribe an antidepressant rather than an antianxiety drug for me?" Which explanations should the nurse make? (Select all that apply.)
A) "I'm not sure, because antianxiety drugs have been approved by the FDA for PTSD."
B) "Antidepressants are now considered first-line treatment choice for PTSD."
C) "Many people experience side effects to antianxiety drugs."
D) "Because of their addictive properties, antianxiety drugs are less desirable."
E) "That is strange because antipsychotics have provided the best results for treatment of PTSD."
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