Psych

Question 1

People at highest risk for suicide?

Answer 1

Depression, Rational thinking loss, serious attempt, and future attempt = highest risk
S = Sex (male)
A = Age (<19 or >45)
D = Depressive symptoms and hopelessness*
P = Previous suicide attempt or psychiatric illness
E= Excessive alcohol or drug use
R= Rational thinking loss*
S = Single, separated, divorced or widowed
O = Organized or serious suicide attempt*
N = No social support
S = Stated future intent*

Question 2

What to give if too much haldol given?

Answer 2

1. Diphenhydramine (EPS)
2. Bentropine (EPS)
3. Ropinrole