Question 1

Research on comorbid pathology suggests that as many as ____ % of patients with bulimia also have a personality disorder.&#10;A) 40&#10;B) 50&#10;C) 60&#10;D) none of these

Accepted Answer

Research on comorbid pathology suggests that as many as 40% of patients with bulimia also have a personality disorder.

Question 2

It is estimated that nearly 20% of those with an eating disorder also have a history for depression.

Accepted Answer

It is estimated that a higher percentage, around 50% or more, of those with an eating disorder also have a history of depression.

Question 3

All of the following have been used to treat Anorexia Nervosa except:&#10;A) antipsychotics&#10;B) benzodiazepines&#10;C) lithium&#10;D) zinc

Accepted Answer

benzodiazepines

Question 4

While the use of medication in anorexia patients has had less than promising results, the use of ___________ has been shown some success in stimulating weight and reducing concerns about size and shape.

A) Nardil
B) Ativan
C) Wellbutrin
D) Zyprexa

Accepted Answer

Zyprexa (olanzapine) has been found to be effective in increasing weight in anorexia patients and reducing concerns about size and shape. It works by altering the activity of certain chemicals in the brain that regulate appetite and body weight. Nardil (phenelzine), Ativan (lorazepam), and Wellbutrin (bupropion) have not been specifically studied for anorexia and have not shown consistent effectiveness in treating symptoms of the disorder.

Question 5

It is estimated that about ____% of eating disorder patients also have a history of depression.&#10;A) 15-20%&#10;B) 29-30%&#10;C) 50-75%&#10;D) none of these

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that a significant proportion, approximately 50-75%, of individuals with eating disorders also have a history of depression.

Question 6

The use of medications that increase both serotonin and norepinephrine are typically more effective than the medications that enhance serotonin alone.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Antidepressants that increase both serotonin and norepinephrine, such as SNRIs (serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors), are generally more effective in treating depression than those that specifically target serotonin, such as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors).

Question 7

SSRIs work equally well for anorexic and bulimic patients.

Accepted Answer

SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) have been found to be more effective in treating bulimia nervosa than anorexia nervosa. While they can help reduce binge-eating and purging behaviors in bulimic patients, they are generally not effective in addressing the core symptoms of anorexia nervosa, such as significant weight loss and fear of gaining weight.

Question 8

There is a two-fold increase in the risk of having a depressive or anxiety disorder when the patient also has another physical illness/disease such as cancer, diabetes or HIV.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that having a chronic physical illness can significantly increase the risk of developing mental health disorders like depression and anxiety, often due to the stress and lifestyle changes associated with managing the illness.

Question 9

Which type or school of psychotherapy has been found to be especially helpful for pain management patients.&#10;A) Psychodynamic&#10;B) Cognitive-behavioral&#10;C) Rational Emotive&#10;D) Person-centered

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral therapy has been found to be especially helpful for pain management patients. It focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors that contribute to the experience of pain, and teaches skills for coping with pain and improving functioning despite it.

Question 10

Medications tend to play more of a significant role in the maintenance/ weight restored phase of treatment.

Accepted Answer

In the maintenance/ weight restored phase of treatment, medications may be used to help maintain weight, manage co-occurring psychiatric symptoms, and address any medical complications. They may also assist in preventing relapse.

Question 11

Chronic gambling has been shown to be successfully reduced with which of the following medications?&#10;A) Anti-psychotics&#10;B) Benzos&#10;C) Neltrexone&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Roughly 25% of cancer and stroke patients also experience depression.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Roughly 25% of cancer and stroke patients...

Question 13

Elavil, Effexor and Neurontin are commonly used in pain management.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Elavil, Effexor and Neurontin are commonly used...

Question 14

Patients with BED or Binge-eating Disorder tend to respond well to:&#10;A) TCAs&#10;B) SSRIs&#10;C) anti-obesity medications&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Patients with BED or Binge-eating Disorder tend...

Deck 13: Treatment of Chemical Dependency and Co-Occurring Conditions