Puerperal_Psychosis_Flashcards
What medications may be needed depending on the presentation of puerperal psychosis?
Depending on the presentation, antipsychotics, antidepressants, or lithium may be needed for puerperal psychosis.
What medication may be needed for agitation in puerperal psychosis?
Benzodiazepines may be needed for agitation in puerperal psychosis.
What treatment may be lifesaving in severe cases of puerperal psychosis?
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) may be lifesaving in severe cases of puerperal psychosis.
What is the preferred setting for admission in puerperal psychosis?
Admission is usually required, preferably to a mother and baby unit.
How long does it typically take for most patients to recover from puerperal psychosis?
Most patients recover within 6-12 weeks from puerperal psychosis.
When is the highest risk period for puerperal psychosis after pregnancy?
The highest risk period for puerperal psychosis is within the first year after pregnancy.
What risks to the baby should be monitored for in puerperal psychosis?
Risks to the baby in puerperal psychosis include neglect or violence, and depressive delusions such as believing the baby is evil, possessed, or abnormal.
What should be done for patients with puerperal psychosis according to PACES tips?
Patients with puerperal psychosis should be admitted.
How should the diagnosis of puerperal psychosis be explained to patients?
The diagnosis of puerperal psychosis should be explained as possibly linked to hormonal changes causing chemical imbalances in the brain.
What treatment should be explained to patients with puerperal psychosis?
The treatment for puerperal psychosis, such as antipsychotics, should be explained to patients.
Why is admission to a mother and baby unit necessary in puerperal psychosis?
Admission to a mother and baby unit is necessary to keep the mother and baby safe in cases of puerperal psychosis.
What is the typical recovery time for puerperal psychosis?
The typical recovery time for puerperal psychosis is 6-12 weeks.
What is the risk of recurrence for puerperal psychosis?
The risk of recurrence for puerperal psychosis is 30%.
