Jane presents with symptoms of generalized anxiety. She has experienced symptoms

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Jane presents with symptoms of generalized anxiety. She has experienced symptoms of anxiety for the last 6 years. She reports that she has recently become more anxious; therefore, she drinks a bottle of wine or more each night to help her relax. Jane has cravings to drink and often has difficulty getting up in the morning due to extreme hangovers. Jane has tried to stop drinking but has been unsuccessful because she sees drinking alcohol as the most effective way to cope. Jane’s diagnosis is written on her treatment plan as follows:

       F41.11 Generalized anxiety disorder                                                                                                        F10.20 Alcohol use disorder, moderate

Based on the information provided, which diagnosis is considered principal?

                A.            Alcohol use disorder

                B.            Generalized anxiety disorder

                C.            Both are principal

                D.            Not enough information to determine

Explanation / Answer

The correct answer is Option B. Jane’s principal diagnosis according to the ICD is generalised anxiety disorder.

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