Psych

Question 1

Select one:With regard to perinatal mental health, which of the following statements is INCORRECT?

a. A woman with a Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) score of 13 or more should be further assessed promptly.
b. Up to 80% of women have “postnatal blues” at day four.
c. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) treatment is unsafe antenatally but low risk during breastfeeding.
d. Approximately 10% of women will experience depression during pregnancy

Answer 1

c. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) treatment is unsafe antenatally but low risk during breastfeeding.

Question 2

The most common side effect that causes discontinuation of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors is?

a. Cardiac dysfunction
b. Sexual dysfunction
c. Pulmonary hypertension
d. Anticholinergic effects including dry mouth and constipation
e. Sedation and lethargy

Answer 2

b. Sexual dysfunction

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