Question 1

Which of the following anticonvulsants tends to produce the fewest side effects?

Accepted Answer

Valproic acid tends to produce fewer side effects than carbamazepine (choice A) and Tegretol (choice C). Lithium (choice D) is not an anticonvulsant, it is a mood stabilizer.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of antidepressants?

Accepted Answer

While both MAOIs and tricyclics are effective in treating depression, studies have shown that there is no significant difference in effectiveness between the two types of antidepressants. However, MAOIs come with more serious side effects and more restrictions on dietary choices, which can make them less desirable for some individuals. It is important to note that different individuals may respond differently to different types of antidepressants, and it often takes some trial and error to find the best medication for each individual.

Question 3

Rita has been taking lithium for her bipolar disorder but recently found out that she is pregnant. What course of action will her psychiatrist likely take?

Accepted Answer

Lithium is known to cause birth defects and other complications in pregnant women. Therefore, the best course of action is to immediately withdraw the use of lithium and prescribe an alternative medication that is safer for the developing fetus. A channel blocker, such as lamotrigine, is often prescribed as an alternative for pregnant women with bipolar disorder.

Question 4

Which of the following medications is sometimes used along with SSRIs?

Accepted Answer

Bupropion is sometimes used in combination with SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) to manage depression, especially in cases where SSRIs alone do not fully alleviate symptoms. This combination can help by targeting different neurotransmitters involved in mood regulation.

Question 5

Jenny is pregnant and is taking a medication for her manic symptoms. What type of medication did her doctor likely prescribe?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jenny is pregnant and is taking a...

Question 6

Which of the following is the most common treatment for bipolar disorder?

Accepted Answer

Lithium is the most common treatment for bipolar disorder. It helps stabilize mood and prevent both manic and depressive episodes. SSRIs may be used as an adjunct treatment for bipolar disorder with depressive symptoms, but not for manic episodes. rTMS and ECT are less commonly used treatments for bipolar disorder.

Question 7

Which of the following is false concerning the use of lithium?

Accepted Answer

Lithium is actually one of the most common treatments for bipolar disorder.

Question 8

Which of the following is not a reason SSRIs became popular?

Accepted Answer

The statement "The side effects of SSRIs are equal to the tricyclics" is not true. In fact, SSRIs tend to have fewer side effects than tricyclics, which contributed to their popularity. Therefore, C is the correct answer.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true of ECT?

Accepted Answer

ECT is generally given to patients who have not responded to medication. While it can be used to treat depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder, it is not exclusively for that disorder. ECT can be effective for individuals who have not responded to medication, but the number of treatments needed may vary depending on the severity of their symptoms. It is not true that ECT is only effective if the person has not taken medication for depression.

Question 10

Leif is taking medication for his manic episodes. However, long term use of the medication has resulted in uncontrollable tics and jerking movements of his face and other limbs. What type of medication is Leif most likely taking?

Accepted Answer

Leif is most likely taking an antipsychotic medication, which is used to treat manic episodes in bipolar disorder. Long term use of antipsychotics can cause a condition called tardive dyskinesia, which is characterized by uncontrollable tics and jerking movements of the face and other limbs. Anticonvulsants are used to treat seizure disorders, antidepressants are used to treat depression, and calcium channel blockers are used to treat high blood pressure and certain heart conditions. None of these medications are used to treat manic episodes in bipolar disorder.

Question 11

Sandra has been warned not to mix her antidepressant with certain over the counter medications. She has also been told to watch her consumption of aged cheese, chocolates and red wine. What type of medication is Sandra likely taking?

Accepted Answer

MAOIs (Monoamine oxidase inhibitors) interact with certain medications, including over the counter ones and certain foods, such as aged cheese, chocolate, and red wine. Mixing these substances can result in a dangerous rise in blood pressure. Tricyclics and SSRIs may also have some interactions with certain medications and foods, but not to the same extent as MAOIs. Benzodiazepines, on the other hand, do not have any known interactions with these substances.

Question 12

Belinda has been experiencing dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision since she started taking her antidepressant. What type of medication is Belinda probably taking?

Accepted Answer

Belinda is likely taking Tricyclic antidepressants, as dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision are common side effects of this class of medication due to their anticholinergic properties.

Question 13

SSRIs and tricyclics affect which neurotransmitter?

Accepted Answer

SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) and tricyclics primarily affect the neurotransmitter serotonin by increasing its availability and prolonging its action in the brain. This makes them commonly used for treating depression, anxiety disorders, and some types of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Question 14

Which of the following medications affects norepinephrine and dopamine systems and has been useful in treating psychomotor retardation?

Accepted Answer

Wellbutrin affects both norepinephrine and dopamine systems and has been found to be helpful in treating psychomotor retardation. The other three medication options affect serotonin in addition to norepinephrine and/or dopamine, but have not been specifically studied for the treatment of psychomotor retardation.

Question 15

Luke is seeking treatment for his depression. His therapist explains that his treatment will be short-term and will begin by analyzing the connection between the onset of depressive symptoms and the specific circumstances that might have triggered the depressive symptoms. What type of treatment is Luke most likely receiving?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Luke is seeking treatment for his depression....

Question 16

Which of the following is the most severe side effect of antipsychotic drugs, which are occasionally used in the treatment of mania?

Accepted Answer

Tardive dyskinesia is the most severe side effect of antipsychotic drugs, which can be irreversible and involve involuntary movements of the face, limbs, and torso. Myocardial infarction and coronary heart disease are potential cardiovascular side effects, while retrograde amnesia is a memory-related side effect.

Question 17

ECT is to ____________ as rTMS is to ____________.

Accepted Answer

ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) uses electrical currents to induce controlled seizures in the brain, while rTMS (repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation) uses magnetic impulses to stimulate and regulate neural activity in specific areas of the brain.

Question 18

Stewart has been warned by his psychiatrist not to continue missing his medication check appointment. The drug he is taking can be lethal if not monitored properly. What medication is Stewart most likely taking?

Accepted Answer

Lithium is a medication commonly used to treat bipolar disorder. It requires close monitoring of blood levels to prevent toxicity, as even small changes in dosage or blood concentration can have serious consequences. Missing medication check appointments can lead to dangerous levels of lithium in the bloodstream, which can be lethal.

Question 19

Which of the following is false concerning the use of lithium?

Accepted Answer

It is not safe for individuals taking lithium to monitor their own intake. Close monitoring of plasma levels is necessary to ensure proper dosage and prevent toxicity.

Question 20

Which of the following is not used as an alternative when lithium treatments are not effective?

Accepted Answer

Anxiolytics are primarily used to treat anxiety and are not typically used as an alternative to lithium for mood stabilization or the treatment of bipolar disorder, unlike anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, and calcium channel blockers which can be used for these purposes.

Quiz 9: Personality Disorders

Which of the following anticonvulsants tends to produce the fewest side effects?

Which of the following statements is true of antidepressants?

Rita has been taking lithium for her bipolar disorder but recently found out that she is pregnant. What course of action will her psychiatrist likely take?

Which of the following medications is sometimes used along with SSRIs?

Jenny is pregnant and is taking a medication for her manic symptoms. What type of medication did her doctor likely prescribe?

Which of the following is the most common treatment for bipolar disorder?

Which of the following is false concerning the use of lithium?

Which of the following is not a reason SSRIs became popular?

Which of the following statements is true of ECT?

Leif is taking medication for his manic episodes. However, long term use of the medication has resulted in uncontrollable tics and jerking movements of his face and other limbs. What type of medication is Leif most likely taking?

Sandra has been warned not to mix her antidepressant with certain over the counter medications. She has also been told to watch her consumption of aged cheese, chocolates and red wine. What type of medication is Sandra likely taking?

Belinda has been experiencing dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision since she started taking her antidepressant. What type of medication is Belinda probably taking?

SSRIs and tricyclics affect which neurotransmitter?

Which of the following medications affects norepinephrine and dopamine systems and has been useful in treating psychomotor retardation?

Which of the following is the most severe side effect of antipsychotic drugs, which are occasionally used in the treatment of mania?

ECT is to as rTMS is to .

Stewart has been warned by his psychiatrist not to continue missing his medication check appointment. The drug he is taking can be lethal if not monitored properly. What medication is Stewart most likely taking?

Which of the following is false concerning the use of lithium?

Which of the following is not used as an alternative when lithium treatments are not effective?