Primary Care Management of Psychiatry Flashcards
what percentage of people suffer from mental illness?
1 in 4
What percentage of gp consultations have mental health component?
40%
Depression Lifetime risk for Women?
1 in 4
Depression Lifetime Risk for Men?
1 in 10
Diagnosis for Depression should be based on what Criteria?
DSM IV
PHQ-9 Depression
0-5 is classified as?
Mild
PHQ-9 Depression
6-10 is classified as?
Moderate
PHQ-9 Depression
11-15 0 is classified as?
Moderate Severe
What kind of Tremor presents in Lithium Toxicity?
Coarse Tremor
What should be monitored cardiovascular in Antipsychotics use?
ECG for QTC Prolongation 1st Gen
What should be tested with Lithium use?
Thyroid/Kidney Function
What drugs should be avoided in Lithium use?
Nephrotoxic drugs
Treatments for Insomnia?
Sleep Hygiene
CBT
Melatonin
What medication can be used in Insomnia for >55 Years old
Melatonin
What medication can be used for Severe Disabling Insomnia causing marked distress?
Hypnotics