A patient diagnosed with borderline personality disorder has a history of self-mutilation and suicide attempts. The patient reveals feelings of depression and anger with life. Which type of medication would the nurse expect to be prescribed?
A) A benzodiazepine
B) A mood-stabilizing medication
C) A monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
D) A serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
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