Psychiatric

Question 1

What is the American Psychiatric Association abbreviated as?

Answer 1

APA

Question 2

What are the two major categories of mental illness?

Answer 2

• Neurosis
• Psychosis

Question 3

What are the two clarification types of psychotic symptoms?

Answer 3

• Positive
• Negative

Question 4

What is the etymology of ‘schizophrenia’?

Answer 4

‘schizo’ (split) + ‘phrenia’ (mind)

Question 5

What are the positive symptoms of schizophrenia?

Answer 5

• Hallucinations
• Delusions

Question 6

What are the negative symptoms of schizophrenia?

Answer 6

• Apathy
• Anhedonia
• Alogia
• Avolition
• Affect flattening
• Associality
• Anergia

Question 7

What is the DSM-V criteria for schizophrenia?

Answer 7

Presence of at least two symptoms, one of which must be from the first set

Question 8

What is the clinical course of schizophrenia?

Answer 8

• Premorbid
• Prodromal
• Acute
• Chronic

Question 9

What is the initial goal of treatment for schizophrenia?

Answer 9

To decrease symptoms of psychosis

Question 10

What are the three types of antipsychotic medications?

Answer 10

• FGA (First Generation)
• SGA (Second Generation)
• TGA (Third Generation)

Question 11

What are the common side effects of antipsychotic medications?

Answer 11

• Sexual dysfunction
• Anti-cholinergic effects
• Extra pyramidal symptoms (EPS)

Question 12

What is Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)?

Answer 12

A collection of symptoms including muscle rigidity and fever of unknown origin

Question 13

What is the mechanism of action for Electroconvulsive Therapy?

Answer 13

Corrects chemical imbalance in the brain by a small amount of electrical charge

Question 14

What is the risk factor associated with schizophrenia?

Answer 14

1% lifetime risk for developing schizophrenia

Question 15

What does ‘dementia praecox’ refer to?

Answer 15

An early term for schizophrenia

Question 16

What are some types of delusions in schizophrenia?

Answer 16

• Grandiose
• Nihilistic
• Persecutory
• Referential
• Erotomanic
• Somatic
• Control
• Folie a deux

Question 17

What are the four groups of Extra Pyramidal Symptoms (EPS)?

Answer 17

• Acute Dystonia
• Akathisia
• Pseudoparkinsonism
• Tardive Dyskinesia

Question 18

What is the definition of ‘hallucination’?

Answer 18

Altered sensory perception without a stimulus

Question 19

What are some common hallucination types?

Answer 19

• Auditory
• Visual
• Olfactory
• Tactile
• Gustatory

Question 20

What role does the clinician play during the acute phase of schizophrenia?

Answer 20

Ensuring the safety of treatment

Question 21

What is the term for the inability to fulfill functions due to disorganized behavior?

Answer 21

Disorganized behavior

Question 22

What are some negative symptoms of schizophrenia?

Answer 22

• Diminished emotional expression
• Avolition
• Anhedonia
• Associality

Question 23

What is the primary focus of chronic schizophrenia management?

Answer 23

Prevent relapse

Question 24

What are the three phases of the clinical course of schizophrenia?

Answer 24

• Premorbid
• Prodromal
• Acute

Question 25

What is the primary risk factor for suicide in schizophrenia patients?

Answer 25

History of suicidal behavior

Question 26

What is the mechanism of action for first-generation antipsychotics?

Answer 26

Dopamine antagonists

Question 27

What is a common side effect of antipsychotic medications related to movement?

Answer 27

Tardive dyskinesia

Question 28

What is the significance of the 'loading dose' in antipsychotic medication?

Answer 28

Initial higher dose to quickly achieve therapeutic levels

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The term '__________' refers to repeating self in speech.

Answer 29

palilalia

Question 30

True or False: Schizophrenia is considered an idiopathic condition.

Answer 30

True

Question 31

What is the role of a counselor in the treatment of schizophrenia?

Answer 31

Provide advice and support

Question 32

What is 'akathisia' in the context of EPS?

Answer 32

Restlessness or inability to sit or stand still

Question 33

What are common anti-cholinergic side effects?

Answer 33

* Blurred vision * Urinary retention * Constipation * Dry mouth

Question 34

What is the purpose of acknowledging a patient's feelings during treatment?

Answer 34

To prevent reality distortion

Question 35

What is the role of the advocate in chronic schizophrenia management?

Answer 35

Support the patient and ensure they receive necessary resources