Other Flashcards
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Q
What is the difference between Munchausen’s disorder, somatisation and hypochondriacal disorder?
A
Munchausens = intentionally producing signs and symptoms Somatisation = continually worried about symptoms despite negative tests Hypochondriacal = continually worried about diagnosis (especially cancer) despite negative tests
2
Q
What is facticious disorder?
A
Aka Munchausens syndrome
Symptoms are intentionally produced (patient wishes to adopt the sick role for primary emotional gain, but no secondary gain as is present in malingering)
3
Q
What are some features of serotonin syndrome?
A
Tachycardia High BP Altered mental status Pyrexia Rigidity Sweating Hyperreflexia Clonus Dilated pupils
4
Q
How is serotonin syndrome managed?
A
Supportive eg IV fluids
Benzodiazepines
