A Buddy Approaches a Doctor and Asks for a Prescription

A buddy approaches a doctor and asks for a prescription for depressive medicine. The doctor has known this person since college and is aware that she has been treated for depression in the past. The buddy claims that she is merely "a little sad" as a result of work stress and relationship troubles, and that she would want to begin taking sertraline, which she had previously taken. She has a doctor, but she wants to avoid visiting him or her since it is tough to make an appointment and she has a hectic schedule. Which of the following responses is the most appropriate?

A) "I can write a prescription so that you have enough medication until you're able to get an appointment with your doctor."
B) "I wish I could help you, but your psychiatric history is too complex for me to feel comfortable prescribing medication for you."
C) "Let's schedule a time for you to come in for a full evaluation so that I can make sure sertraline is the most appropriate option."
D) "Unfortunately, I'm unable to prescribe medication for you since our relationship prevents me from providing objective treatment."
E) "Your doctor should be able to prescribe a refill without an appointment since you've taken this medication before."