Mario has just entered treatment for a major depressive episode. He is told that most patients respond to treatment within a month and many never experience a second depressive episode. This information represents a(n)

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Prognosis refers to the likely outcome or course of a disease, including the chances of recovery. The information given to Mario about the expected response to treatment and the likelihood of future episodes relates to the expected course and outcome of his condition, which is why it is considered a prognosis.

Mario Has Just Entered Treatment for a Major Depressive Episode