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170. An adolescent with severe obesity is prescribed an appetite suppressant. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology?

A. Appetite suppressants are a long-term solution for obesity.
B. Monitoring for cardiovascular side effects, potential for abuse, and the importance of addressing underlying psychological and behavioral factors.
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C. Medication alone is sufficient for weight loss.
D. There are no side effects to appetite suppressants in adolescents.

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  • Appetite suppressants are a long-term solution for obesity.
  • Monitoring for cardiovascular side effects, potential for abuse, and the importance of addressing underlying psychological and behavioral factors.
  • Medication alone is sufficient for weight loss.
  • There are no side effects to appetite suppressants in adolescents.

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