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what law is that mandates professional reporting of cases of suspected or identified child abuse and neglect?
child abuse protection and treatment act, 1974, public law 93-247
what is akathisia and what causes it?
motor restlessness; not able to sit still
what is the pharm treatment for GAD?
SSRI first line if that doesnt work then another SSRI before going to second line. Also, use CBT
what disorder is characterized by anxiety occuring within 3 months of an identifiable stressor?
adjustment disorder
a person is afraid to speak in a public forum because they dont want to be judged. what is the diagnosis and treatment?
non-generalized circumscribed social anxiety
trx: beta blocker, benzo, cbt
what is the treatment for persistent complex bereavement disorder?
first line: CBT focusing on loss (thinking about loved one in peaceful manner) and restoration (living life again)
pharmacotherapy not recommended
acute, abrupt transient confused state from an identifiable cause?
delirium
how long do amphetamines last?
4-6 hours
patient takes dopaminergic and antipsychotic drugs then has muscle rigidity, autonomic instability, altered mental status, and hyperthermia. diagnosis?
neuroleptic malignant syndrome
what is the treatment for add/adhd?
no first line between pharm and therapy.
therapy: CBT
pharm: METHylphenidate (CNS stimulant)
amphetamine + detroamphatmine (psychostimulant)
atomoxetine (norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor) non addictive!! so preferred choice adolescents/adults, 2-4 weeks for effect, only used for >=6 y/o
buproprion (atypical antidepressant) adults only
what is the minimum age for PTSD?
6y/o
what are the cluster B personality disorders?
- antisocial personality disorder
- borderline personality disorder
- histrionic personality disorder
- narcissistic personality disorder
patient is intenionally falsifying/exaggerating signs and symptoms of medical or psychiatric illness to assume the sick role and get sympathy. The patient has an inner need to be seen as ill or ijured, but not for concrete personal gain (malingering). the difference between this disorder and somatic is that this patient is faking their symptoms. This may include hurting themselves, or willingness to undergo surgery repeatedly or painful tests. what is the diagnosis and treatment?
factitious disorder, no great treatment
What are the stimulants?
amphetamines, cathinones, cocaine
what is conversion disorder/functional neurological symptom disorder?
one or more sx of of altered voluntary motor or sensory function (loss of limb function, tremor, abn. posturing, fake seisures absent skin sensation, vision, hearing, somatic is worrying about illness that caused it)
MUST consult neuro and educate
(hoover’s sign: the heel should push down on the contralateral side)
which type a personality disorder requires 5 symptoms rather than 4?
schizotypal
what is the treatment for EPS symptoms associated w/ anti-psychotics?
diphenhydramine and benztropine (anti-cholinergics), also stop offending drug
what is the time frame for post traumatic stress disorder and what is the initial response?
initial response includes fear and helplessness
>1 month: acute PTSD
>3 months: chronic PTSD
what is the diagnosis of acute stress disorder?
experiencing, witnessing, or learning of an event that occured to family member of close friend that included: death, serious injury, or sexual violation w/ 9 symptoms from the categories of INTRUSION, NEGATIVE MOOD, DISSOCIATION, AVOIDANCE, and AROUSAL 3 DAYS TO 1 MONTH after trauma. typically occur right after trauma, but persist for at least 3 days to 1 month.
when a patient is unable to restrain impulses that result in verbal or physical aggression, that are unplanned out of proportion to the provocation and cause subjective distress or psychosocial impairment?
intermittent explosive disorder
patient’s behaviors deviate sharply from the norms, values, and laws of society. They commonly commit criminal acts with disregard for violation of laws. They are at least 18 and may have been diagnosed with conduct disorder as a child. They disregard and violate the rights of others. Drunk driving is common. what is the diagnosis and treatemtn
antisocial personality disorder
treatment: psychotherapy establish limits
patient has hx or recurrent episodes of panic attacks what is the diagnosis and treatment?
panic disorder antidepressant (SSRI) and CBT
what is factitious disorder?
The patient pretends to be sick because they want to assume the sick role. To confirm this diagnosis and r/o malingering the you must confirm there is no external reward. Poor prognosis
what are the dominant symptoms of panic disorder?
- sudden onset of palpitations
- chest pain
- choking senstation
- dizziness
- feeling of unreality
- secondary fear of dying, losing control, going mad