psYchiatry Flashcards
1
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What is the CAM score and describe its criteria
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CAM score = Diagnosis Delirium and differentiates it from Dementia/Depression
AIDA: Requires A and I, but only either D or A
Acute onset and fluctuating
Inattention (spell “world” backwards & forward)
Disorganized thinking (rambling/illogical)
Altered level of consciousness (intermittently not alert?)
2
Q
S/S of Alcohol Withdrawal -8
these sx PEAK 2nd day of abstinence and resolve by day 5
A
PAST NITE
Psychomotor agitation
Anxious Irritability
Seizures
Tremor
NV
Insomnia
Transient Hallcuinations
[Excitable autonomics (⬆︎HR, BP) ➜ DELIRIUM TREMENS]
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Describe Delirium Tremens-5
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when does DT onset?
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Further progression of Excitable autnomics =
- ⬆︎ HR
- ⬆︎ BP
- Fever
- Hallucinations
- Tremulousness –> Death
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Onsets 2 days after last EtOH (when withdrawal sx peak)
4
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lab w/u for suspected substance abuse-5
A
- UA
- Urine Drug Screen
- Serum Drug Screen
- Serum AAA (APAP/ASA/Alcohol)
- ABG
5
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Name 5 major Risk Factors for Altered Mental Status
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- Dementia
- Age
- Substance Abuse
- Physical issues (Sleep loss/Immobility/Dehydration/Pain)
- ICU
6
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Main cause of Delirium in Hospitalized Elderly
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MULTIFACTORIAL
(Urinary Catheters/Restraints/Poor Sleep/Constipation/Malnutrition)
7
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What are Non-Rx ways to ⬇︎Agitation in Delirius pts -5
A
- DC Delirum-causing meds (Benzo, Benadryl)
- No restraints
- Normalize Sleep
- Reorientation (Write Date on message board)
- Correct Derangements (dehydration, metabolic)
8
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Developmental Milestones for a 1 Year Old
GROSS MOTOR -3
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[1G: STANDS]
[1G: WALKS INDEPENDENTLY]
[1G: THROWS BALL]
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Developmental Milestones for a 1 Year Old:
fine motor
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[1f: two finger pincer grasp]
10
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Developmental Milestones for a 1 Year Old
Language
A
[1L: says 1st real words]
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that are not “mama” or “dada”
11
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Developmental Milestones for a 1 Year Old
Social -2
A
[1S: separation anxiety]
[1S: follows 1 step commands]
12
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Developmental Milestones for a 18 Month Old
GROSS MOTOR -2
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[18mG: RUNS]
[18mG: KICKS BALL]
13
Q
Developmental Milestones for a 18 Month Old
fine motor -2
A
[18mf: 2-4 cube tower]
[18mf: removes clothing]
14
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Developmental Milestones for a 18 Month Old
Language - 2
A
[18mL: (10-25 words)]
[18mL: identifies ≥1 body part]
15
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Developmental Milestones for a 18 Month Old
Social - 2
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[18mS: Understands “mine”]
[18mS: Begins Pretend Play]
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Developmental Milestones for a 2 Year Old
GROSS MOTOR -2
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[2G: NON-ALTERNATING WALK UP/DOWN STAIRS]
[2G: JUMPS]
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Developmental Milestones for a 2 Year Old
fine motor - 2
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[2f: 6 cube tower]
[2f: copies line]
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Developmental Milestones for a 2 Year Old
Language - 2
A
[2L: (50 words)]
[2L: 2-word phrases]
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Developmental Milestones for a 2 Year Old
Social - 3
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[2S: 2 step commands followed]
[2S: Parallel Play]
[2S:starts Toilet Training]
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Developmental Milestones for a 3 Year Old
GROSS MOTOR -2
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[3G: TRICYCLE]
[3G: ALTERNATES FOOT-BY-FOOT UP/DOWN STAIRS]
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Developmental Milestones for a 3 Year Old
fine motor -2
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[3f: copies Circle]
[3f: uses utensils]
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Developmental Milestones for a 3 Year Old
Language - 2
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[3L: 3 word sentences]
[3L: 75% intelligible speech]
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Developmental Milestones for a 3 Year Old
Social - 3
A
[3S: knows AGE]
[3S: knows GENDER]
[3S: Imaginary play]
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Developmental Milestones for a 4 Year Old
GROSS MOTOR -2
A
[4G: HOPS ON 1 FOOT]
[4G: BALANCES ON 1 FOOT]
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Get Audiologic testing in kids with Language Delay!
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Developmental Milestones for a **4** **Year** Old
fine motor -1
[4f: copies **square**]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*Get Audiologic testing in kids with Language Delay!*
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Developmental Milestones for a **4** **Year** Old
Language - 2
[4L: Identifies Colors]
[4L: 100% intelligible]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*Get Audiologic testing in kids with Language Delay!*
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Developmental Milestones for a **4** **Year** Old
Social - 1
[4S: Cooperative Play]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*Get Audiologic testing in kids with Language Delay!*
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Developmental Milestones for a **5** **Year** Old
GROSS MOTOR -2
[5G: SKIPS]
[5G: WALKS BACKWARDS]
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Developmental Milestones for a **5** **Year** Old
fine motor -5
[5f: triangle]
[5f: shoelaces]
[5f: dresses alone]
[5f: bathes alone]
[5f: prints letters]
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Developmental Milestones for a **5** **Year** Old
Language - 2
[5L: **5** word sentences]
[5L: counts to 10]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*Get Audiologic testing in Kids with Language Delay!*
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Developmental Milestones for a **5** **Year** Old
Social - 2
[5S: has friends]
[5S: finishes toilet training]
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Autism usually presents by age ⬜
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
What is the CP?-3
***EAAARRRLY** intervention for Autism is the KEY!*
Presents by age **2**
**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**
1. **Reciprocal Social Communication & Interaction deficit** (limited language/eye contact, plays alone, poor pickup of social cues/metaphors/humor/NONverbals)
2. **Repetitive Behavior** (rocking, hand flipping, phrases)
3. **Fixated Interest** (insist on same routines, 1-sided convos on fixated topics)
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* Autism is +/- language or intellectual impairment*
* Also, consider Fragile X syndrome testing*
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How do Older Adults typically present with Depression?
With c/o **somatic** complaints (i.e. sleeping problems) instead of mood changes
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For Bipolar **I** dx, you need at least [\_\_ mania sx +/- \_\_\_] that last for ___ duration.
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
What are the mania sx? (7)
[3 sx +/- major depression]; 1 week duration;
**BIPOLAR**
**B**uying excessively (⬆︎ in pleasurable activity)
**I**nflated self-esteem
**P**sychomotor agitation (pacing)
aw**O**ke - won't sleep
**L**ots of Language
**A**DD distractability
**R**acing thoughts
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Rx for Delirium in Elderly - 3
Haloperidol vs Risperidone vs Quetiapine
## Footnote
*Note: Do NOT use Haloperidol in DLB (Dementia with Lewy Bodies)*
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What is the diagnositic criteria for Major Depression DO? - 3
1. At least 5 out of 9 of [**SIG E CAPSS**] for
2. ≥2 weeks
3. At least 1 must be **S**adness or **I**nterest loss anhedonia
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*The diagnositic criteria for Major Depression DO assess for 9 major sx*
What are they?
**SIG E CAPSS**
## Footnote
**S**adness most day/everyday
**I**nterest loss anhedonia most day/everyday
**G**uilt & worthlessness
**E**nergy ⬇︎
**C**oncentration ⬇︎
**A**ppetite ⬇︎
**P**sychomotor ∆ observable by others
**S**leep ∆
**S**uicidal ideation (but no attempt)
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Clinical criteria for diagnosing PMS
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*PreMenstrualSyndrome*
≥5 sx (from Group A and B) that =
([**begins 1 week pre menses**]➜[improves during menses]➜[resolves 1 week post menses])
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*If sx occur irregularly or throughout menses = mood or personality DO*
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*Clinical criteria for diagnosing PMS (PreMenstrualSyndrome) relies on sx from Group A and Group B*
Describe sx for Group A - 6
At least 5 sx (from Group A and B) began 1 week before menses, improve during menses and resolve during week after menses
A: (at least one)
1. Mood lability
2. irritability
3. depression
4. hopelessness
5. anxiety
6. ⬇︎libido
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*Clinical criteria for diagnosing PMS (PreMenstrualSyndrome) relies on sx from Group A and Group B*
## Footnote
Describe Group B sx - 6
At least 5 sx (from Group A and B) began 1 week before menses, improve during menses and resolve during week after menses
B: (at least one)
1. Food cravings
2. sleep change
3. feeling "out of control"
4. ⬇︎energy
5. Anhedonia
6. Physical sx (constipation/diarrhea/breast TTP/HA)
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Tx for Premenstrual syndrome - 4
1. **Menstrual Diary (determines relationship of sx to menses)**
2. Exercise
3. Stress Reduction
4. SSRIs \*\*if severe\*\*
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Why should Haloperidol be **CAUTIOUSLY** given to Alcoholics
**Haloperidol ⬇︎Seizure threshold** and alcoholics going thru withdrawal may already be at risk for seizures!
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Describe the clinical features of OCD - 2
1. Obsessions (w/symmetry, contamination, taboo urges like killing, fear of arm)
2. Compulsions (rituals-that may be used to help combat obsessions)
## Footnote
*tx = high dose SSRIs + exposure CBT*
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OCD tx - 2
[High Dose SSRIs] + [exposure CBT]
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Indication for Deep Brain stimulation ; what part of the brain is targeted
[SEVERE, tx-refractory OCD]; nucleus accumbens
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Ebstein's anomaly etx
Maternal **lithium** use during [1st trimester pregnancy] --\> malformation and displacement of tricuspid valve into R Vt --\> Tricuspid Regurgitation --\> R Atrial Enlargement and R Axis deviation --\> **HEART FAILURE**
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What kinds of teratogenic effects are you concerned about if Lithium is taken during **2nd** and **3rd** trimester pregnancy? -2
1. Goiter formation
2. Transient Neonatal Neuromuscular dysfunction
## Footnote
*Ebsteins anomaly is concern for 1st trimester only*
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Diagnostic criteria for Nightmare Disorder - 3
1. Recurrently wakes from sleep re**M**ember the nightmare
2. Child is fully alert on awakening
3. Child can be consoled
## Footnote
*Night**M**ares occur during RE**M** and is developmentally normal for kids*
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What is the difference between Sleep Terrors and Nightmare Disorder? - 4
Sleep terrors are :
1. NON-REM disorder
2. with incomplete awakenings
3. and can NOT be consoled
4. and pt **S**eems to forget the dream
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What is REM sleep behavior disorder?
Complex motor behaviors or vocalization **during REM**
## Footnote
**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**
*(sleep walking or sleep talking during REM)*
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Diagnostic criteria for Schizoaffective Disorder - 2
{ **[**(Schizo Criteria A)-**ALONE** x 2 wks**]** + [Major Mood Episode] }
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
* Major Mood = Depression v Bipolar*
* \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_*
* "I'm not feeling depressed for the first time in years, but the voices just won't go away"*
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Key features for Schizoid personality disorder - 4
SchiZOID are **DULL**
1. **D**etached
2. **U**nemotional
3. **L**ONERS that
4. **L**OVE being alone
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Key features for SchizoTypal personality disorder
Schizo**T**ypal have magical **T**hinking
magial **T**hinking / eccentric / odd behavior
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Difference between Avoidant disorder and Schizoi**D** disorder
Avoidant DO = *PERVASIVELY* avoids people **only due to fears of REJECTION** or scrutiny (pts don't want or like this = egoDystonic)
vs.
SchizoiD DO = avoidance that these pts are perfectly content with = egoSyntonic
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*Delusional PD involves ≥ __ delusion for ≥ ___ months, **with no other sx***
Describe the subtype Erotomaniac delusional PD
*≥1 delusion for ≥1 month*
Erotomaniac = pt attempts to contact the object of delusion (usually --\> legal problems)
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Function of the [Meso**corticalLimbic** dopaminergic system]
Regulates Behavior
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Diesease associated with dysfunctional
[Meso**corticalLimbic** dopaminergic system]
Schizophrenia
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Function of [Nigrostriatal dopaminergic system]
coordinates Voluntary mvmt
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Dz associated with the [Nigrostriatal dopaminergic system]
Parkinsonism
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Function of [Tuberoinfundibular dopaminergic system]?
INHIBITS Prolactin Secretion
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what happens when [Tuberoinfundibular dopaminergic system] is **blocked** by antipsychotics?
Hyperprolactinemia--\> infertility
## Footnote
*occurs mostly with FIRST generation antipsychotics*
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**Serotonin Syndrome** Clinical Presentation (8)
"Serotonin gave me the **SHIVERS**!"
***S**hivering*
[**H**yperreflexia & Myoclonus]
**I**NC Temp
*[**V**ital sign instability] (tachycardia vs. tachypnea vs. HTN)*
***E**ncephalopathy (Confusion vs. Agitation)*
**R**estlessness
**S**weating
*Italicized = Triad Sx*
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How do you treat *Refractory* Serotonin Syndrome
Cyproheptadine
(antihistamine with anti-serotonergic properties)
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Describe Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
RARE SE of Any Dopamine Blocker (Antipsychotics vs. GI meds) that --\> **FEVER**
- [**F**ever \> 40C]
- **E**ncephalopathy (Confusion)
- **V**itals unstable (INC HR / RR / BP from autonomic dysfunction)
- **E**nzymes CreaTine and WBC ⬆︎
- **R**igitidy ⬆︎ (Tremor)
Tx = supportive, dantrolene, [dopamine agonist if refractory]
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What's the best way to approach treatment for [Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome] - 3
Treat Rigiditiy with **Dantrolene** (inhibits Ca+ release from sk. muscle sarcoplasmic reticulum)
+
**supportive care**
followed by [Bromocriptine or Amantadine] dopamine agonist if refractory
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What is the diagnostic criteria for ADHD? - 3
1. Sx present for **at least 6 mo.** AND inappropriate for dvpmental age
2. Sx **start** **between 6-12 yo** and not after 12 yo
3. Evident in **2 or more settings** (school/work/home)
## Footnote
*And Obvi, ALL psych disorders MUST be NOT 2/2 medical condition and be functionally impairing and/or cause significant distress*
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Diagnostic criteria for Cyclothymic disorder - 3
1. Chronic flutuating mood (depression vs bipolar) disturbance
2. lasting ≥ 2 years
3. and does not meet full criteria for hypomanic or depressive episodes
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What is the clinical criteria for **hypOmania** -2
1. ≥3 [**BIPOLAR**] sx PLUS
2. Elevated or irritable mood 4\< x \<7 days
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What is the clinical criteria for **Mania**-2
1. ≥3 [**BIPOLAR**] sx PLUS
2. Elevated or irritable mood \> 7 days
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Diagnostic criteria for Bipolar II ? - 3
1. Major Depressive Episodes +
2. **hypO**manic episode +
3. **NOT** functionally impaired
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Diagnostic criteria for Bipolar I ? - 3
1. Major Depressive Episodes +
2. **Manic** episode +
3. Functionally impairing
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What is the difference between Acute Stress Disorder and PTSD?
ASD is ACUTE! which = [3 days ≤ sx ≤ 1 month] post exposure
vs
PTSD = sx \> 1 month
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Diagnostic criteria for Panic disorder - 2
1. Panic attacks +
2. Persistent concern about additional attacks and +/- attempts to avoid them
## Footnote
*Be sure to r/u medical conditions that mimic them*
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Describe Advanced sleep phase syndrome
## Footnote
*This is a Circadian rhythm disorder*
circadian rhythm DO in which you can not stay awake past 7 pm --\> early morning insomnia
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Diagnostic criteria for Delayed sleep phase syndrome - 4
## Footnote
*This is a Circadian rhythm disorder*
*AKA "The Night Owls"*
1. inability to fall asleep at "normal" bedtimes
2. Difficulty waking in morning
3. Excessive early daytime sleepiness
4. **Normal sleep ONLY WHEN ALLOWED TO SET OWN UR SLEEP SCHEDULE with later bedtimes**
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Diagnostic criteria for Persistent Depressive Dysthymia disorder - 3
1. at least 2 / 6 of **sigeca**
2. CONSTANT for ≥ 2 years (or 1 year in kids)
3. No relief \> 2 mo
## Footnote
*Major Depressive Episodes may also occur with this*
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*Clozapine's SE is agranulocytosis*
Name the Granulocytes - 3
**BEN**
**B**asophils
**E**osinophils
**N**eutrophils
*Clozapine also causes Metabolic Syndrome X, Seizures and Myocarditis*
78
Which test are routinely (q3-6 mo) done in Lithium patients?-2 why?
Thyroid function test: monitor for hypothyroidism
Creatinine: monitor renal function
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Diagnostic criteria for Adjustment disorder with depressed mood - 3
1. [≤ 4 SIGeCAPSS s/s] within 3 mo. of acute stressor that --\>
2. **functionally impairing**
3. NOT 2/2 an other more specific disorder
## Footnote
*Tx = CBT*
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Postpartum **depression** affects women during what time periods? What 2 methods are used to screen for this?
within 1st year \> first 3 mo ;
1. [PHQ2 --(if both +)--\> PHQ9]
2. Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
*Screen prenatal, postnatal and well child*
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Give brief descriptions that differentiate Postpartum
Blues vs Depression vs Psychosis
* Blues = onsets right after birth, peaking at postpartum day 5 and subsiding PPD14, worst w/lactation
* Depression = onset right after birth - 12 months later. **Traditional s/s**. Previous Depression hx is RF
* Psychosis = RARE but onsets IMMEDIATELY after birth
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Tx for Delirium
Short course of PO haloperidol
## Footnote
*alternatives: Aripiprazole/Olanzapine/Risperidone*
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What would you expect diagnostic appearance of a **Major Depression** pt to be - 3
1. ⬇︎Body wt
2. poor grooming
3. poor hygiene
84
What would you expect diagnostic appearance of an **Anorexia Nervosa** pt to be - 3
1. ⬇︎Body wt
2. baggy clothes
3. Lanugo -image
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What is echopraxia
repetitive imitation of **mvmnts** of another person
## Footnote
*EchoLALIA = repetitve imitation of **verbiage** of another person*
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What is sterotyping
isolated purposeless mvmnt performed reptitively
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What is alexithymia
Pt can NOT describe their mood
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What is **pressured** speech?
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Which pt mental illness exhibit this?
**ABC (S)TAMP LICKER**
rapid and difficult to interrupt (verbally runs you over!)
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Mania
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Describe **referential** delusions
random events are of some special significance
## Footnote
*"the Cubs won, so that's a signal the alien invasion is coming!"*
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What is the diagnostic clinical criteria for Panic Disorder? - 4
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*DSM5 no longer considers this its own DO but now as a Specifier for other conditions*
1. **Recurrent** Panic Attacks
2. **Unexpected** Panic Attacks
3. ≥1 attack is followed by ≥1 mo. of [anticipatory anxiety and/or behavior ∆] (details below)
## Footnote
- anticipatory anxiety = persistent worry of having another panic attack
- behavior ∆ to try and avoid future panic attacks
4. ≥ 4 Panic Attack Specifier symptoms - *image*
* And obvs can't be 2/2 drugs or other condition*
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What is formication
feeling bugs crawling under skin
## Footnote
*common in Cocaine and Meth users!! lol*
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What is hallucinosis
**pt knows** their hallucinations aren't real
## Footnote
*Common in Alcoholics*
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What is the diagnostic clinical criteria for Agoraphobia? - 3
1. Fear & Avoidance OOP of ≥ 2 / 5 agora situations - *image*
2. Fear & Avoidance OOP are **\>** **6 months**
3. Fear & Avoidance OOP --\> distress and functional impairment
## Footnote
*OOP = Out Of Proportion*
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What is the diagnostic clinical criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder? - 2
1. Excessive anxiety includes ≥ 3 / 6 of anxiety sx - *WATCHERS*
2. Sx **≥** **6 months**
## Footnote
* Excessive anxiety --\> distress and functional impairment*
* OOP = Out Of Proportion*
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What is the diagnostic clinical criteria for PTSD? - 3
## Footnote
*Lifetime prevalence = 8% and more common in Women*
1. All 4 sx categorymet - *image*
2. sx **\>** **1 month**
3. Exposure done via Direct (single or repeated), Witnessed, occurred to close fam/friend
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What is the diagnostic clinical criteria for Acute Stress Disorder? - 3
*image*
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Risk factors for developing PTSD? - 7
## Footnote
*Lifetime prevalence = 8% and more common in Women*
1. Substance abuse
2. Violence, Mood or Anxiety med hx (self or family)
3. Suicidal Ideation/attempts
4. Work or Marriage problems
5. Homelessness
6. Prior trauma
7. Female
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Demographic for Panic Disorder - 2 ; What is this group at risk for?
**Women** in the **late teens/early 20s ;** Death from Stroke vs MI
## Footnote
*Usually Occurs with MDD/GAD/OCD*
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Tx for Panic Disorder - 6
**CBT** (can be used alone)(breathing technique, exposure therapy) +/-
## Footnote
2. SSRI (1st line rx)
3. SNRIs
4. [Benzo or BBlocker for situational]
5. TCA
6. MAOi
* Similar to Social Phobic Anxiety Disorder tx*
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Diagnostic clinical criteria for Specific Phobia - 2 ; Tx?
1. Specific things (objects/locations/events) **provoke IMMEDIATE fear/anxiety OOP** --\> active avoidance
2. sx ≥ **6 mo**
Tx = CBT Exposure Therapy (*ONLY USE BENZOS IF CBT IS UNAVAILABLE*)
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What are the ⬜ causes of Anxiety
**Endocrine** - 5
*Substances can also induce Anxiety*
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What are the ⬜ causes of Anxiety
**Cardiovascular** - 5
*Substances can also induce Anxiety*
111
What are the ⬜ causes of Anxiety
**Metabolic** - 5
* Metabolic includes the "Zebras"*
* Substances can also induce Anxiety*
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What are the ⬜ causes of Anxiety
**Neurological** - 7
*Substances can also induce Anxiety*
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How is GAD associated with pharmacotherapy cessation?
60-80% of GAD pts **relapse** **within 1st year** after stopping pharmacotherapy
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Tx for Generalized Anxiety Disorder -9
1. CBT
2. SSRI (1st line rx)
3. SNRI (1st line rx)
4. TCA (2nd line rx)
5. Benzo
6. Buspirone
7. Lyrica
8. Mirtazpine
9. Trazodone
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Tx for PTSD -7
1. **SSRI (1st line rx)**
2. Prazosin (nightmare sx)
3. Clonidine (hyperarousal sx)
4. Propranolol (hyperarousal sx)
5. CBT
6. Exposure therapy
7. EMDR (Eye Mvmnt Desensitization and Reprocessing)
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What is the diagnostic clinical criteria for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? - 2
1. Intrusive Obessions, Compulsions or both that \> 1 hr/day AND/OR
2. Intrusive Obessions, Compulsions or both that--\> distress or functional impairment
## Footnote
*Obessesion=Contamination, Symmetry, Somatic, Violence, Sex, Religion*
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OCD tx - 6
1. CBT
2. Exposure & Response prevention
3. SSRIs-higher doses than anxiety tx (1st line rx)
4. Clomipramine TCA (2nd line rx) - consider after 2 failed trials of SSRI
5. SNRI (2nd line rx)
6. Atypical antipsychotics (augmenting agent)
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*In Hoarding Disorder, pts accumulate possessions and cause functionally impairing clutter*
When **in untreated pts** are these areas typically cleaned?
ONLY when **CBT** intervention by 3rd parties is made
## Footnote
*Medical causes and other disorders should ALWAYS be ruled out before diagnosing psych conditions*
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Diagnostic clinical criteria for Social Phobic Anxiety Disorder - 2
1. OOP Fear/Anxiety with Social *interactions* which could --\> **humiliation or scrutiny** by others (giving speech/meeting new peeps/eating/drinking)
2. Fear/Anxiety ≥ **6 mo**
## Footnote
*Tx similar to Panic Disorder tx*
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Which substances are known for inducing Anxiety - 8
1. Cocaine
2. Amphetamines
3. Caffeine
4. CTS (CorTicoSteroids)
5. Hallucinogens (Cannabis, PCP)
6. Inhalants
7. Theophylline
8. Thyroid hormones
132
Common side effects of SSRI - 7
1. GI distress
2. SIADH --\> Wt Gain
3. ⬇︎Libido
4. Sedation
5. Dry Mouth
6. HA
7. **induces mania/hypomania in Bipolar pts!**
## Footnote
*****SSRI DC --\> Nausea/HA/Dizziness/Lethargy/FluLikeSx/Zapping*
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What are 3 major precautions to remember with SSRIs?
1. **induces mania/hypomania in Bipolar pts! (THIS IS FOR ANY ANTIDEPRESSANT)**
2. **⬆︎**suicidality within first 2 weeks in young adults
3. SSRI Discontinuance --\> Nausea/HA/Dizziness/Lethargy/FluLikeSx/Zapping
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Hoarding disorder tx
CBT targeting hoarding behaviors
## Footnote
*Consider adding SSRI **only** if there's also depression / anxiety*
135
How should you manage Autism? - 3
1. **Early dx & tx**
2. Multimodal tx (speechTherapy/CBT/education)
3. pharm adjunct
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What are the signs of Cocaine intoxication? - 4
1. MyDriasis (*Pupils Wide Open on coke!*)
2. Chest Pain --\> Arrhythmia and MI
3. Seizures
4. Hyperthermia
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What are the signs of Amphetamine intoxication? - 6
1. Psychosis +/- delirium
2. Combative Agitation
3. Myoclonus
4. MyDriasis
5. Tachycardia
6. HTN
## Footnote
*These effects **last a long time** when from bath salts!*
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Which rx agents cause false positive amphetamine results on urine tox? - 3
1. pseudophedrine
2. Buproprion
3. Selegiline
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How long does opioid withdrawal typically last?
3-5 days
## Footnote
*Sweating/Lacrimation/Rhinorrhea/Myalgia/Diarrhea*
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Phencyclidine (AKA \_\_\_) is a \_\_(*MOA*)\_\_\_ and main intoxication signs are what?-4
PCP (Hallucinogenic dissociative anesthetic = [NMDA Glutamate R Blocker])! ;
1. Multidirectional Nystagmus
2. Violence w/⬇︎pain perception
3. HTN
4. Hyperthermia
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LSD main toxication sign is \_\_\_\_\_
Visual Hallucinations
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[Phencyclidine PCP] and Ketamine are both _____ with similar effects. What's the main differences?-2
Hallucinogenic Dissociative anesthetics
1. Ketamine is short lived
2. Keamine causes blunted behavior (i.e.impaired consciousness) while PCP causes violent behavior
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What is Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing treatment?
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
What is it indicated for?
Integration of eye mvmnts with therapy
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
PTSD
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Tx for Acute Bipolar **Mania** -3
**ALV**
[**A**ntipsychotics (1st or 2nd gen)] \> **L**ithium \> **V**alproate
NO ANTIDEPRESSANTS
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Tx for Bipolar I and II - 6
Treat Bipolar pts b4 they go **BALLD**!
## Footnote
**-B**enzos adjunct prn
**-A**ntiPsychotics (Only use 2nd gen for Depressive phase)
-**L**amotrigine (depression phase only)
**-L**ithium or Valproate \*\*
**-D**epakOte \*\*
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Buspirone
MOA
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
indication
Buspir**one** = [5HT**1**α R partial agonist]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
GAD
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*[slow onset] and [lacks muscle relaxant/anticonvulsant properties]*
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What are the cons of Buspirone? - 3
1. slow onset
2. lacks muscle relaxant properties
3. lacks anticonvulsant properties
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Describe Shift work sleep disorder
Recurrent **sleep interruption** 2/2 shift work --\> daytime sleepiness, difficulty initiating sleep, difficulty maintaining sleep
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Describe Trichotillomania is
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
what's a serious complication of this?
compulsive **Hair pulling DO** in which pt attempts to stop pulling hair out of scalp, eyebrows and eyelashes BUT CAN'T!
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Possibly ➜ trichophagia (swallowing hair) which ➜ bowel obstruction
*Related to OCD and has ⬆︎morbidity in those with hx or fam hx of OCD*
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Trichotillomania tx
CBT - habit reversal training
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MDMA MOA
synthetic amphetamine that ⬆︎ synpatic "***D**ick **N**' **S**weat"*
[**D**opamine / **N**orEpi / **S**erotonin]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*Can cause Serotonin Syndrome when taken with SSRI!! MDMA may also cause hypOnatremia*
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In pts with TCA overdose, what's the most important objective to monitor?
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
why?
**QRS duration**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
TCA OD ➜ QRS \> 100 msec ➜ [⬆︎Vt arrhythmias and seizures (tx: NaHO3)]
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*PCP and Amphetamine intoxication presentations may be similar*
How can you tell them apart? - 2
1. PCP will show up in UDS
2. PCP has multidirectional nystagmus
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Signs and symptoms of MDMA intoxication - 3
1. Hyperthermia
2. Seizures
3. Delirium
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Teens who develop significant acute changes in behavior should be assessed for what potential factors? - 4
1. Psychosocial stressors
2. Trauma (physical or sexual)
3. Substance use
4. Psych disorders
## Footnote
*Don't just throw drugs at them! Do detailed eval*
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Borderline personality disorder pt typically have a remote hx of what?
**PESSP**
CHILD ABUSE
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When is it ok for Bipolar pts to discontinue their Rx therapy?
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Explain
NEVER!!
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
It is a **lifelong** illness requiring maintenance tx for years (and forever in severe bipolar pts)
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*In addition to TSH, BUN/Creatinine and urinalysis labs...*
What other test should be ordered before starting pts needing Lithium **if they have CAD risk**?
EKG (Lithium causes dysrhythmias in CAD pts)
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Tx for Somatic Symptom disorder
Regularly scheduled Med visits (*Goal: Improve functionality*)
## Footnote
*DO = preocupation with unexplained (but proven to be benign) medical sx*
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Somatic Symptom disorder clinical presentation
preocupation with unexplained **(but proven to be benign)** medical sx
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What is Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder?
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
tx?
unexplained neurological deficits **2/2 emotional stressors**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
EDUCATION about the Disorder!
*AKA CONVERSION DISORDER*
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Jimson Weed Poisoning clinical presentation - 7
*Jimson Weed = AntiCholinergic*
"Blind as a bat, mad as a hatter, red as a beet, hot as a hare, dry as a bone, the bowel & bladder lose their tone, and the heart runs alone....."
1. Blind as a bat = [**Mydriasis and [cycloplegia** (blurry vision especially when focusing on near objects)]
2. Mad as a hatter= **Agitation & Hallucinations**
3. Red as a Beet = **Cutaneous flushing** despite vasoconstriction
4. Hot as a hare = **Hyperthermia** from DEC ability to sweat
5. Dry as a bone= **DEC Secretions** (including sweat)
6. **Bladder & Bowel lose tone**
7. Heart runs alone = No vagal tone at SA --\> **Tachycardia**
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Malignant Hyperthermia etx
After giving [**inhaled anesthestics** vs **succinylcholine**] to genetically predisposed pts (AUTO DOM) pts develop ➜
## Footnote
**M**alignant = **M**uscle Rigiditiy
**Malignant** = Malignant Unstable Vitals
**Hyperthermia** = Fever
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Malignant Hyperthermia Tx
Dantrolene
## Footnote
*TREAT PROMPTLY! AS THIS IS LIFE THREATENING CONDITION!*
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Malignant Hyperthermia clinical presentation - 3
1. **M**alignant = **M**uscle Rigidity
2. **Malignant** = Malignant Unstable Vitals
3. **Hyperthermia** = Fever
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Disulfiram
MOA
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
indication
inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase ➜ horrible rxn when EtOH is consumed!
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Alcoholism
*ONLY give to pts who will be abstinent and HIGHLY motivated*
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*Naltrexone is 1st line tx for alcohol use disorder and can be taken while pt is still drinking*
When is Naltrexone contraindicated? - 3
1. Liver Failure
2. Acute Hepatitis
3. Pt currently uses opioids
## Footnote
*It CAN be used in mild liver dysfunction*
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Acamprosate MOA ; indication
GABA analog ; **Maintains** **Alcohol abstinence** once its reached by ⬇︎ cravings (1st line rx)
## Footnote
*Renal excreted so Be sure to monitor renal function and SE = Diarrhea*
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What behaviors from a toddler regarding sex are medically concerning? - 4
1. precocious sexual knowledge
2. preoccupation with masturbating
3. excessive talk about sexuality
4. simulating oral/anal/genital2genital contact
## Footnote
*curiousity with their own or other children's genitals is normal*
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Which rx is most optimal for Bulimia Nervosa
Fluoxetine
## Footnote
*is also helpful in Anorexia Nervosa if its refractory to therapy*
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Difference between Tourette and [Chronic Tic DO]
Tourette = [Motor **_AND_** Vocal Tics BOTH] for ≥ 1 year
## Footnote
*These sx must occur before 18 yo and tx = Antipsychotics vs Alpha 2 R agonist vs CBT*
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Tx for Tourette's and Chronic Tic Disorder - 6
1. CBT Habit Reversal Training
2. Clonidine - alpha 2 R agonist
3. Guanfacine - alpha 2 R agonist
4. **Risperidone**
5. Haloperidol
6. Pimozide antipsychotic
## Footnote
*Antipsychotics are more effective*
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Side effects of ADHD stimulants - 4
1. ⬇︎Appetite --\> Wt loss
2. Insomnia
3. Tachycardia
4. Tics (in children AND RARE)
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Buproprion MOA - 2
**NorEpi** and **Dopamine** reuptake inhibitor
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Mirtazapine
SE -2
[appetite ⬆︎]
somnolence
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*There are 3 Dopamine D2 pathways in the brain*
Name the pathways ; what overall effect do they have when activated?
Stimulation of....
**Mesolimbic** = Psychosis
**Nigrostriatal** = Mvmnt Coordination
**Tuberoinfundibular** = INHIBITS Prolactin when activated (*if blocked --\> infertility from hyperprolactinemia*)
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Which antipsychotic actually has a **dual** blockade effect?
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Which 2 receptors does it block?
Risperidone
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
1. D2 R blocker
2. Serotonin 2A R blocker (helps to ⬇︎EPS side effects)
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S/S of Opioid withdrawal - 7
1. Sweating
2. Lacrimation
3. Rhinorrhea
4. Myalgia
5. Diarrhea
6. Yawning
7. MyDriasis
## Footnote
*These last for 3-5 Days*
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S/S of Amphetamine and Cocaine withdrawal - 4
Coke/Meth withdrawal hits **HARD**
1. **H**ungry
2. **A**ngry irritable
3. **R**est a lot w/unpleasant dreams
4. **D**epressed (can mimic MDD vs Bipolar)
*can last several days*
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Which comorbidities is Tourette's associated with?
1. OCD (develops within ~5 years of tic onset)
2. ADHD
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Describe the clinical tool used to assess whether a pt is seriously contemplating suicide
**SAD PERSONS**
## Footnote
*Each is worth 1 point and* *[normal 4--(outpt tx)--**7** --\> Hospitalize now!]*
**S**ex Male
**A**ge external to 19-45
**D**epression diagnosis
**P**revious attempt hx (STRONG RISK FACTOR!)
**E**tOH/substance abuse
**R**ational thinking impaired (psychosis, delusions, hallucinations)
**S**ocial support lacking
**O**rganized plan
**N**o significant Other
**S**ickness physically (i.e. chronic pain)
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What is the strongest single risk factor for suicide
previous suicide attempt
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Diagnostic clinical criteria for Disruptive Mood Dysregulation disorder - 3
1. Frequent Temper Outburst
2. Severe irritability
3. Poor Frustration tolerance
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What type of psychiatric side effects does CTS (CorTicoSteroids) have? - 4
**S**teroids **M**ake **P**eople **D**epressed!
1. **S**uicidality
2. **M**ania
3. **P**sychosis
4. **D**epression
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*AntiSocial Personality disorder is essentially Charlie Sheen*
What is the nuance for diagnosing this disorder in regards to age of onset?
ASPD pts must have had conduct DO **before 15 yo**, with a continuance into adulthood
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What regimen, for maintenance therapy, is considered in Bipolar pts who DON'T respond to monotherapy maintenace?
Treat Bipolar pts b4 they go **B(****AL****)D**!
**A** + **L**
[**A**ntipsychotic 2ND GEN] + [**L**ithium or Valproate]
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Tx for Major Depression **with psychotic features** - 2
1. ECT \> antipsychotic ➕
2. Antidepressant
## Footnote
*Use ECT in elderly as it is more rapid acting*
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*A pt has a **single** episode of major depression but responds well to antidepressant SSRI tx*
What do you do when he asked to stop the SSRI since he's now feeling "great"?
Cont Antidepressant rx for **additional 4-9 months** once remission is reached and then d/c
## Footnote
* This is called continuation phase tx*
* Pt with multiple episodes of MDD should cont SSRI for additional 1-3 years after reaching remission and indefinitely if their depression is SEVERE*
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[T or F] Pt confidentiality shuld be maintained even when a pt is having Active suicidal ideation
FALLLSEE!!!!
## Footnote
Active (i.e. plans to hang themself) suicidal or homocideal ideation warrants breaking confidentiality and informing parents or whomever
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Is Parental consent required for hospitalization? ; what about psychotropic medications?
NO, not required for hospitalization if pt is harm to self or others ; YES required for psych meds
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Which **Antipsychotics** can be administered as *Long acting injectables*
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Which of these are excreted via **RENAL**
"**OPRAH** has *long* shows"
1. **O**lanzapine
2. **P**aliperidone *(Metabolite of Risperidone)*
3. **R**isperidone
4. **A**ripiprazole
5. **H**aloperidone
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
B: **P**aliperidone = DO NOT USE IN RENAL FAILURE PTS
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3 SGAs that cause the greatest **weight gain**
"**i** _**C**ause_ _**O**besity_"
**i**Loperidone / _**C**lozapine_ / _**O**lanzapine_
***C**lozapine & **O**lanzapine cause [Metabolic Syndrome X] as well so monitor Fasting glucose and lipids!*
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Which antipsychotic **DOES NOT** cause EPS
Clozapine
## Footnote
*This also treats Tardive Dyskinesia!*
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A: **High** binding SEs of Olanzapine (2)
B: Which Receptors are blocked (2)
A:
1. Wt. Gain
2. Metabolic Syndrome
B: [A1 adrenergic] / H1
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Which antipsychotic is *the most* associated with prolonged QT?
Ziprasidone
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Tx for Kleptomania - 5
1. CBT
2. SSRI
3. Opioid R Blockers
4. Lithium
5. Anticonvulsants
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[MAOI]
MOA
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
indications-2
inhibit metabolism of **SED** (**S**erotonin/**E**pi/**D**opamine)
1. refractory depression
2. atypical depression
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Foods containing ⬜ can have a dangerous interaction with MAOIs
What is the rxn when these two mix?
Tyramine
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
**HYPERTENSIVE CRISIS** 2/2 sympathetic activation!
*This will first present as a HA*
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Explain what Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is
Therapy that **changes cognitive distortions** (i.e. overgeneralization, catastrophizing, minimalizing positive events)
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Explain what Biofeedback therapy is
Uses signals from body (HR, temperature, BP) as indicators of emotional distress and teaches this to pts to control their responses
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Explain what Dialectical behavioral therapy is - 3 ; What disorder is this specifically used for?
Targets
1. emotional dysregulation
2. self-destructive
3. suicidal behaviors
Borderline Personality DO
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In Motivational Interviewing, therapist focus on pt's motivation for change and ambivalence
What illness is this usually used to treat?
Substance Abuse DO
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*Diagnostic clinical criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder consist of a ≥6 month time period of ≥3 out of 6 major sx*
What are the 6 GAD major sx?
wa**TCHERS**
## Footnote
Worry / Anxiety that --\>
1. **T**ension in muscles
2. **C**oncentration ⬇︎
3. **H**yperarousal IRRITABILITY
4. **E**nergy ⬇︎
5. **R**estlessness/on edge
6. **S**leep ∆
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Contraindications for Buproprion - 4
1. Seizure hx
2. Bulimia nervosa
3. Anorexia Nervosa
4. Use of MAOI within prior 2 weeks
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Tx for Anorexia Nervosa - 5
1. **Nutritional rehab**
2. CBT
3. Hospitalization if vitals unstable
4. Fluoxetine if refractory to #1-3
5. Olanzapine if refractory to #1-3 (⬇︎obsessive thoughts and ⬆︎ wt)
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How is Anorexia Nervosa associated with thyroid dysfunction? ; Should this be medically addresed with supplement?
pts with **anorexia** nervosa naturally have ⬇︎levels of T3 and T4 2/2 body's adaption to chronic nutritional depletion ; T3 and T4 will return ON THEIR OWN with refeeding so DO NOT REPLACE
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Clinical presentation of [REM sleep behavior disorder]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
What could this indicate if it occurs reoccurs frequently?-2
**Physical Dream Enactment** during REM sleep (latter part of the night)
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Parkinson's or DLB
*Pt kicking, talking and pushing you off the bed while they're dreaming*
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Describe Sleep terrors and sleepwalking
**non**-REM sleep arousal disorder that occurs in younger pts during first trimester of sleep period **with NO MEMORY of dreams**
## Footnote
*In **S**leep terrors/walking, you **S**eem to forget the dream...*
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What is the difference between Sleep Terror and Nightmare disorder? - 2
1. in night**M**ares, you re**M**ember the dream!
2. Nighmares = REM (occurs in mid night) / Sleep Terrors-Walking = NonREM (occurs 1st trimester)
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*Depressed pt has been on an SSRI "for a while" and doesn't see much improvement*
What constitutes an adequate "trial" of SSRI before switchin to SNRI?
≥ 6 weeks
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Most common side effect of ElectroConvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Transient Amnesia
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What are the primary electrolyte disturbances seen in Anorexia or Bulimia Nervosa - 3
1. ⬆︎Amylase
2. ⬇︎K+
3. ⬇︎Cl
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Antipsychotics (\_\_\_ generation) can be used to treat the depressive phase of Bipolar disorder
Which 2 are the best to be used?
Treat Bipolar pts b4 they go **BALLD**!
2nd generation Antipsychotics for Bipolar *Depression* =
Quetiapine and Lurasidone
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Clinical presentation for Illness Anxiety disorder
Anxiety over the possibility of having a specific Illness even though there are **little to no symptoms**
## Footnote
*In Somatic symptom disorder....Somatic symptoms ARE present!*
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What are the triggers of Sleep Terrors/Walking - 4
1. Sleep Deprivation
2. Stress
3. illness
4. meds affecting CNS
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What's the most common neurostructural findings for OCD - 2
1. OrbitoFrontal Cortex structural ∆
2. Basal Ganglia structural ∆
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Name the main signs and symptoms of Methamphetamine abuse - 4
1. Paranoid delusions
2. Formication tactile hallucinations (bugs crawling under skin)
3. Poor Dentition 2/2 clenching & decay
4. **Excoriations 2/2 skin picking**
## Footnote
*These pts will still need Antipsychotics and CBT*
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Pts with chronic alcohol use commonly present with what subacute sx? - 2 ; why is this?
1. Insomnia
2. Anxiety
Pt use EtOH to fall asleep but when EtOH levels drop during mid-night --\> CNS hyperarousal --\> sleep awakenings and mild withdrawal
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In which conditions do you see Catatonia? - 4
syndrome of marked psychomotor disturbance occuring in **severe**
1. mood disorders w/psychotic features (Depression,Bipolar)
2. psychotic DO
3. Autism
4. Med conditions (infection/metabolic/neuro/rheum)
*Tx = Lorazepam vs ECT*
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clinical presentation of Catatonia - 5
1. EchoLalia/praxia
2. **Mutism**
3. **Waxy flexibility** (resistance to repositioning)
4. **Catalepsy** (limbs remain fixed and immobile)
5. negativism
## Footnote
* Possibly* Catatonic Agitation
* Tx = Lorazepam vs ECT*
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Dx for Catatonia?
Give 1-2 mg Lorazepam IV --\> wait 10 min --\> if pt improves = Catatonia
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Tx for Catatonia?-2
1. Lorazepam
2. ECT
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What is the irony of short acting benzos (i.e. Alprazolam) and seizures?
Benzos treat seizures BUT **short acting benzos** can --\> seizures (along with anxiety and psychosis) if there is abrupt d/c
224
How long should a Doc wait to start an SSRI after discontinuing a MAOI?
## Footnote
*This is to avoid Serotonin Syndrome SHIVERS*
2 weeks
225
What 3 elements should all Depressed pts be initially evaluated for?
SUICIDE via suicide risk assessment!
1. Ideation
2. Intent
3. Plan
If 2 and 3 present --\> hospitalization
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Selective Mutism cp
verbal and talkative at home **but refuse to speak in specific social settings (like school)**
## Footnote
*Refusal to speak at school should not be considered normal shyness*
227
When does Stranger Anxiety onset and subside
starts 6-9 mo and ends 3 yo
## Footnote
*anxiety/distress when encountering unfamiliar people, even when parent is around*
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Phencyclidine (AKA \_\_\_) is a \_\_(*MOA*)\_\_\_ and main toxication sign is \_\_\_\_\_
PCP (Hallucinogen = [NMDA Glutamate R Blocker])!
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
[Vertical Nystagmus]
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Tx for Acute Stress Disorder
Trauma focused CBT
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Cocaine MOA
[Reuptake inhibitor] of ***D**o **N**ot **S**nort*
[**D**opamine / **N**orEpi/ **S**erotonin]
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Cocaine toxicity signs (4)
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
*Reuptake inhibitor of **D**o **N**ot **S**nort*
1. myDriasis responsive to light
2. Tachycardia
3. Agitation
4. Vasoconstriction --\> Myocardial ischemia (cp)
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In Psychiatry, what is Displacement
Displacing feelings meant for one person toward a "safer" person
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In Psychiatry, what is Transference
Transfering unconscious emotions associated with a person in the past --\> person in present
## Footnote
*Pts abused as kids have difficult time seeking care in the future since they associate it with poor caretaking*
234
In Psychiatry, what is Projection
Projecting your unacceptable feelings of something into someone else (and treating them as if they have those feelings) so u don't have to acknowledge ur own feelings
235
What biochemical changes are associated with Major Depression Disorder?
hyperactivity of hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis --\> **Cortisol⇪**
236
Side effects of Lithium - 4
If not careful, Lithium **TANS** you!
1. **T**remors - late
2. **A**taxia - late
3. **N**VD early on
4. **S**eizures - late
precipitants: NSAIDs, thiazides, tetracyclines, metronidazole
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Which drugs have an interaction with Lithium - 5
1. Thiazide
2. NSAIDs
3. ACE inhibitors
4. Tetracyclines
5. Metronidazole
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What is the best way to prevent schizophrenia relapse
Minimize conflict and stress, especially with family
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In psychiatry, what is sublimation
chanelling unacceptable thoughts or impulses into something socially acceptable (channeling anger into running)
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What is the difference between a child with Separation Anxiety Disorder and a normal child who has reluctance to be separated?
Separation Anxiety Disorder kids will have physical sx (abd pain, HA, nightmares, sleep⬇︎)
241
When treating the Depression/Anxiety in Alzheimer's pts, which SSRI should you **avoid**?
paroxetine
## Footnote
*if sx persist, use ACEI*
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*SSRIs with short half lives need to be tapered*
Which 2 SSRIs are in this group?
Paroxetine and FluVoxamine
