Psych

Question 1

RFs for developing generalised anxiety disorder

Answer 1

• Aged 35- 54
• Being divorced or separated
• Living alone
• Being a lone parent

Question 2

What is delusional disorder

Answer 2

• fixed, false belief that persists despite a lack of evidence
• The belief is non-bizarre, but there’s no substantial evidence, and the patient’s overall functioning is relatively intact

Question 3

Contraindications to bupropion

Answer 3

• epilepsy: reduces seizure threshold
• pregnancy
• breastfeeding

Question 4

How can OCD be differentiated from psychosis

Answer 4

level of insight into their actions

Question 5

What should be monitored at initiation and dose titration of SNRIs

Answer 5

Blood pressure: SNRIs are associated with the development of hypertension

Question 6

In an elderly patient with sudden onset psychosis, what investigation should be ordered to rule out an organic cause

Answer 6

CT head scan