Psychiatry Flashcards
1 month history of delusions; otherwise high-functioning, normal behavior.
Delusional disorder.
Schizophrenic symptoms lasting >1 month but
Schizophreniform disorder.
Schizophrenic symptoms lasting >1 day but
Brief psychotic disorder.
Schizophrenic symptoms lasting >6 months.
Schizophrenia.
Sx of amphetamine intoxication
Agitation, irritability, paranoia, delerium, chest pain, palpitations, tachcardia, hypotension, mydriasis, arrhythmias, seizures, hyperthermia, intracerebral hemorrhage.
Sx of PCP intoxication
Physical aggression, severe agitation, impulsivity, psychosis, paranoia, nystagmus, hypertension, tachycardia, ataxia, dysarthria, muscle rigidity, seizures, coma.
Differences between LSD and PCP intoxication
LSD: visual hallucinations and intensified perceptions.
PCP: agitation and aggression.
Shyness, feelings of inferiority, and a desire to make friends that is overridden by an intense fear of embarrassment or rejection.
Avoidant personality disorder.
First-line treatments for OCD are _ or _.
SSRIs; clomipramine (tricyclic).
Definition of “magical thinking”
The belief that one’s thoughts can control events in a manner not explained by natural cause and effect. It also includes the attribution of casual incidents to supernatural forces.
Definition of perseveration
The repetition of words or ideas during a conversation.
Major risk factors for suicide
SADPERSONS: Sex, Age, Depression, Previous attempts, EtOH (or other substance) use, Rational though loss, Social support (lack of), Organized plan, No spouse or significant other, Sickness or injury.
This atypical antipsychotic is less likely to cause the movement disorders commonly associated with the use of other antipsychotic medications.
Clozapine.
A major side effect of clozapine is _, which means one must _.
Agranulocytosis; monitor WBC count.
Besides agranulocytosis, another major side effect of clozapine is _.
a lowered seizure threshold.