Bipolar Disorder Flashcards
1
Q
Patient with hx of bipolar disorder presents with immobility, posturing, and echopraxia. First line treatment?
A
lorazepam
2
Q
What predicts bipolarity in adolescents with depression?
A
psychotic symptoms
3
Q
What medication strategies are most effective and rapid in the treatment of severe bipolar illness, manic phase?
A
antipsychotic + lithium / valproate
4
Q
40 yo with 6 kids with insomnia, poor appetite, dizziness/nausea, thinks husband is poisoning her. Despite all classes of meds, has marked fluctuations from sadness to euphoria 5x during the year. Diagnosis?
A
bipolar disorder with rapid cycling
5
Q
This is a risk factor for the rapid cycling form of bipolar disorder:
A
female sex
