When the wife of a manic client asks about genetic transmission of bipolar disorder, the nurse's answer should be predicated on the knowledge that

A. no research exists to suggest genetic transmission.
B. much depends on the socioeconomic class of the individuals.
C. highly creative people tend toward development of the disorder.
D. the rate of bipolar disorder is higher in relatives of people with bipolar disorder.


Answer: D. the rate of bipolar disorder is higher in relatives of people with bipolar disorder.

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