Reynaldo has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The most effective drug for him is _________
A) one that will increase his dopamine levels.
B) one that will counteract the effect of sodium in his nerve cells.
C) lithium.
D) dexamethasone.

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Lithium is the most effective drug for bipolar disorder. It has mood-stabilizing properties that help to prevent both manic and depressive episodes. The other options mentioned (increasing dopamine levels, counteracting sodium in nerve cells, and dexamethasone) are not the primary mechanisms of action for treating bipolar disorder.

Reynaldo Has Been Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder