Question 1

Inducing seizures is a standard part of using

Accepted Answer

Inducing seizures is a standard part of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), which is used to treat severe depression, mania, and bipolar disorder. Gestalt therapy, antidepressants, and cybertherapy do not involve inducing seizures as part of their treatment protocols.

Question 2

_____ is a last resort treatment for selected cases of depression and has been shown to rapidly end wildly self-destructive or suicidal behavior.At best, it produces only temporary improvement and causes memory losses in some patients.

Accepted Answer

The treatment being described is electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), which is a last resort treatment for severe depression and has been shown to quickly stop self-destructive or suicidal behavior. However, the improvements are typically temporary and some patients may experience memory loss as a side effect. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy), and DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) are not appropriate choices as they do not fit the description of the treatment being discussed.

Question 3

The risk-benefit ratio in treating schizophrenia refers to

Accepted Answer

The risk-benefit ratio in treating schizophrenia specifically refers to the balance between the benefits of medication in alleviating psychotic symptoms and the potential adverse effects of the medication. It does not refer to hospitalization, outpatient treatment, or psychotherapy.

Question 4

Although Clozaril has relieved the symptoms of schizophrenia in some previously "hopeless" cases, 2 out of 100 patients taking Clozaril will suffer from

Accepted Answer

Clozaril has been associated with agranulocytosis, a condition in which there is a dangerously low level of white blood cells. This can lead to a potentially fatal blood disease. While Clozaril can be effective for some patients, the risk of this side effect means that regular blood tests are required to monitor for it. Options A and B are incorrect as Clozaril has not been shown to have any effect on Alzheimer's disease or cause paralysis of the lower extremities. Option D is also incorrect as Clozaril has been shown to reduce the risk of relapse compared to other antipsychotic medications.

Question 5

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) would most likely be used as a last resort treatment for _____, when it does not respond to any other treatment.

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a procedure that involves sending electric currents through the brain to induce a controlled seizure. It is typically used as a last resort treatment for severe depression when other treatments have been ineffective or the individual is at high risk of suicide. ECT is not typically used to treat hyperactivity, generalized anxiety disorders, conversion reactions, or paranoia.

Question 6

Regarding the risk-benefit ration of drugs like Clozaril, what can be concluded?

Accepted Answer

While there are risks associated with using drugs like Clozaril, many experts believe that the benefits of alleviating symptoms of schizophrenia outweigh the risks. Schizophrenia can severely impact a person's quality of life, and for some, the risks of taking anti-psychotic medication are worth it in order to regain some level of normalcy.

Question 7

When it comes to treating chronic schizophrenia,

Accepted Answer

According to the statement, Risperdal seems to have a more favorable risk-benefit ratio compared to Clozaril. The other options are either incorrect or too vague to determine the best choice.

Question 8

_____ requires surgery but allows for electrical stimulation of targeted brain regions.

Accepted Answer

Implanted electrodes are used in a surgical procedure called deep brain stimulation (DBS) where electrodes are inserted into targeted brain regions to deliver electrical impulses. This treatment is commonly used for conditions such as Parkinson's disease, tremors, and dystonia.

Question 9

The use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for the treatment of depression

Accepted Answer

ECT may produce temporary improvement, and it has been found to cause memory losses in some patients. It is recommended to be used only after other treatments have failed, and often in combination with other therapies, such as medications and psychotherapy. Therefore, all of the considerations mentioned in the options are correct.

Question 10

ECT and implanted electrodes are two types of

Accepted Answer

ECT (Electroconvulsive therapy) and implanted electrodes are both forms of electrical stimulation therapy, which involves the use of electrical currents to stimulate certain areas of the brain for therapeutic purposes. Pharmacotherapy refers to the use of medications to treat mental illness, while logotherapy and cybertherapy refer to specific types of psychotherapy.

Question 11

Electroconvulsive therapy has been shown to be effective with

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been shown to be an effective treatment option for major depression, as well as some other mood disorders such as bipolar disorder. It is not typically used to treat schizophrenia or obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Question 12

Regarding electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy does not involve a 400-volt electrical current being passed through the brain. Instead, a small electrical current is applied to the scalp to induce a seizure.

Question 13

_____ achieve their effects by altering the electrical activity of the brain.

Accepted Answer

Electrical stimulation therapy involves using electrical currents to alter the electrical activity in the brain. MRIs do not alter brain activity, but instead provide a detailed image of brain structures. EMDR and vicarious desensitization are forms of psychotherapy that do not involve altering brain activity directly.

Question 14

Electrical stimulation therapy involves

Accepted Answer

Electrical stimulation therapy involves the use of implants, such as electrodes, to stimulate specific parts of the brain to treat disorders such as depression, anxiety, and Parkinson's disease. ECT (Electroconvulsive therapy) is a form of electrical stimulation therapy that uses small electrical currents to induce a brief seizure in the brain for therapeutic purposes.

Question 15

The most appropriate use of electroconvulsive therapy is as a

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy is a last resort means of treatment for selected cases of depression that involves self-destructive or suicidal behavior. It is not preferred for anxiety disorders or PTSD, and it is not a treatment option for antisocial disorders. However, ECT can be an effective treatment for severe depression that has not responded to other treatments.

Question 16

Harold has schizophrenia and his doctor has recommended that he change to a new drug that can reduce his hallucinations and delusions without the lethal risk or side effects of other similar drugs.Harold's doctor will most likely be prescribing

Accepted Answer

Risperdal is an antipsychotic drug that is effective in reducing hallucinations and delusions in patients with schizophrenia with a lower risk of lethal side effects compared to other similar drugs. Lithium Carbonate is primarily used to treat bipolar disorder, Clozaril is typically used as a second-line treatment due to potentially dangerous side effects, and Prozac is an antidepressant and not recommended for treating schizophrenia.

Question 17

According to various psychological experts, electroconvulsive therapy helps patients by

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a medical procedure that involves passing an electric current through the brain to induce a seizure. This seizure activity is thought to help alleviate symptoms of depression by altering the biochemical and hormonal balance in the brain and body.

Question 18

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) causes shock-induced seizures that alter the biochemical balances in the brain and body.

Question 19

Regarding ECT, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

ECT is typically not followed by treatment involving minor tranquilizers. Instead, patients will usually receive antidepressant medications and/or psychotherapy after completing ECT treatment.

Question 20

When implanted electrodes are used as part of electrical stimulation therapy, these implanted electrodes

Accepted Answer

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