Psychiatry in General Hospital Flashcards
1
Q
Commonest Reason for Admission of females <65 years old
A
Self Harm
2
Q
What percentage of patients who self harm will repeat within one year?
A
15-20%
3
Q
What is the commonest drug taken in overdose?
A
Paracetamol
4
Q
What is the most serious manifestation of alcohol withdrawal?
A
Delirium Tremens
5
Q
Diagnosis of Delirium Tremens?
A
EEG
6
Q
What medications for Delirium Tremens?
A
Antipsychotics
Benzodiazepines
Promethazine