Which signs and symptoms are consistent with general anxiety disorder (GAD)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Heart rate of over 100 beats/min
b. Restlessness
c. Urinary retention
d. Fatigue
e. Muscular tension
A, B, D, E
A person who experiences persistent, unrealistic, or excessive worry about two or more life cir-cumstances for 6 months or longer is exhibiting symptoms associated with GAD. GAD usually develops slowly and is chronic in nature. Dieresis rather than urinary retention is a commonly seen with GAD. All other options listed are characteristics of GAD.
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