Psych Flashcards
1
Q
how to dx schizophrenia
A
- > 2 active phase sx during 1 month period:
delusions
halluciations
disorganized speech
catatonic behavior
lack of affect - social occupational dysfunction in 1 or more area (work, personal life, self care)
- continuous signs for over 6 months
- schizoaffective mood disorders excluded
- not due to medication or medical condition
2
Q
tx schizophrenia
A
antipsychotics to block D2 receptors: Risperidone
procholorperazine
3
Q
why would diuretics and hepatoprotective herbs be contraindicated in a pt taking lithium
A
avoid dehydration
4
Q
Bipolar II vs Bipolar I
A
Bipolar II has hypomanic episode and depression
Bipolar I has at least one manic episode with or without depression
5
Q
would you give an SSRI with bipolar?
A
No, lithium is drug of choice
