Question: What is the strongest established risk factor for bipolar disorder? Family History
Question: Which of the following medications are known as
... [Show More] selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
Question: Which disease state of a non-adherent patient is at greater risk for substance use, violence, and victimization as well as worse overall quality of life? Schizophrenia
Question: Patient is a 72-year-old male with a past medical history significant for atrial fibrillation and COPD with a new diagnosis of major depression disorder. Based on his comorbid conditions, what antidepressant would you recommend as first-line? Atomoxetine
Question: Which of the following is an appropriate strategy for managing treatment-resistant depression? Use both SSRI and SNRI
Question: Which of the following medications is best to AVOID in maintenance treatment of bipolar disorder and why?
Question: With second-generation antipsychotics, what is the main side effect that requires frequent monitoring?
Question: Which amino acid is involved in the synthesis of both norepinephrine and dopamine?
Question: An 81-year-old male comes to your clinic today complaining of dry mouth, blurred vision, and constipation. He has a past medical history significant for hypertension, heart failure, and depression. Of the following medications, which one is likely contributing to these side effects?
Question: Which medication has been studied and recommended in patients with a social anxiety disorder who also suffer from an alcohol use disorder?
Question: M. B. was just diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and pharmacotherapy is needed. Which of the following would be a first-line treatment option for M. B.?
Question: The serotonin system is involved in many processes in psychiatry, including, most prominently, mood, sleep, and psychosis. Of the following neurons listed, from where is serotonin synthesized?
Question: Which of the following symptoms is NOT part of the diagnostic features for bipolar disorder?
Question: A 32-year-old males calls you complaining of decreased libido since starting Paroxetine 20 mg 2 weeks ago. He reported stopping the medication 1 day ago and is now experiencing extreme irritability and nervousness. He wishes to stop this medication due to side effects. What do you recommend?
Question: It is appropriate to start lamotrigine in combination with another atypical antipsychotic in treatment of an acute manic episode in bipolar disorder.
Question: Which antiepileptic drugs should we avoid in pregnant women in the treatment of bipolar disorder?
Question: A 23-year-old female was just diagnosed with major depressive disorder and is being started on escitalopram 10 mg daily. The patient should be counseled about which Black Box warning?
Question: Which statement is TRUE regarding the use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)/serotonin- norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI) in patients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Question: Which of the following statements below is NOT considered an appropriate treatment strategy for treatment-resistant depression?
Question: Which atypical antipsychotic(s) require a meal for better absorption?
Question: Choose the correct statement(s) regarding lithium levels. SELECT ALL THAT APPLY.
Question: Which of the following are NOT primary target(s) symptom for antipsychotic agents in schizophrenia?
Question: Of the following antipsychotic medications listed below, which one has a Black Box Warning for seizure, agranulocytosis, and seizures?
Question: Which neurotransmitter is considered the major inhibitory neurotransmitter?
Question: A 27-year-old female presents to your emergency room today with a rash that started about 1 week ago and has now spread to her whole body. She has a past medical history significant for type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and bipolar disorder. The patient reports, “The only thing that is different is that I’ve been on this new medication for my bipolar for a few weeks.” Of the following medications, which one is likely to be causing this severe rash?
Question: Glia cells play a supportive role in the neuron. A few of the functions of the glial cells include providing nutrition, maintaining homeostasis, stabilizing synapses, and myelinating axons. The glial cells are categorized as microglia or macroglia. Of the macroglia cells, which one plays a role in myelinating axons, which may contribute to mood disorders if altered?
Question: Which of the following medications used for treatment of bipolar disorder may increase stroke risk among older patients, particularly those with dementia?
Question: Which of the following receptors below would likely result in extra-pyramidal symptoms, tardive dyskinesia, and hyperprolactinemia?
Question: Which anticonvulsant below induces its own metabolism over time?
Question: K. B. is a 28-year-old male who was started on Venlafaxine 75 mg about 2 weeks ago and is now calling you asking how long it should take for this medication to begin to work. He is concerned his girlfriend will leave him if he doesn’t get better quickly. What is the appropriate amount of time to allot to see a therapeutic response? [Show Less]