A 27-Year-Old Man Is Brought to the Emergency Department by His

A 27-year-old man is brought to the emergency department by his wife.  She says that he has been "acting crazy" for the last 2 weeks.  He has hardly slept for the past 7 days and instead has worked on miscellaneous projects around the house.  The patient spent several thousand dollars on new power tools to accomplish these tasks.  When questioned, his speech is rapid and frenzied.  He feels "spectacular" and is creating an "architectural masterpiece."  The patient has had 2 previous depressive episodes.  Which of the following medications is the most appropriate agent for long-term management of this patient?

A) Bupropion
B) Chlorpromazine
C) Haloperidol
D) Lorazepam
E) Paroxetine
F) Valproate

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