Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) would be an appropriate intervention for which of the following patients?
1. A 12-year-old girl diagnosed with schizophrenia three months ago who has now relapsed with another episode.
2. A 16-year-old girl diagnosed with Anorexia who has lost another 2 pounds.
3. A severely depressed 16-year-old boy who has not responded to psychotherapy or medication.
4. A 12-year-old boy who has Dissociative Identity Disorder with 10 apparent personalities.
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1. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the last resort treatment for a pediatric psychiatric patient experiencing depression.
2. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the last resort treatment for a pediatric psychiatric patient experiencing depression.
3. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the last resort treatment for a pediatric psychiatric patient experiencing depression and will usually be used only for adolescents.
4. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the last resort treatment for a pediatric psychiatric patient experiencing depression.
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