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What is an idea of reference?
Definition
Belief that object, event, or person in one's environement has particular personal significance (Tv talking to you, Biblical passage meant for you alone)
Term
What is a delusion?
Definition
Fixed, false belief. Can be bizarre (automatically qualifies for psychosis) or non-bizarre (alone, qualifies for delusional disorder)
Term
What is an illusion?
Definition
Misperception or misinterpretation of real external sensory stimuli. Black flecks on hospital ceiling turn into flies.
Term
What is a loose association?
Definition
Disturbance in continuity of thought -> expression of ideas that do not seem to be logically related
Term
What is circumstantiality?
Definition
Loss of goal-directed thought process. Pt. talks about related subjects/unnecessary details before eventually returning to original question/subject
Term
What is neologism?
Definition
Fabricated word
Term
What is perseveration?
Definition
Response that persists even after a new stimulus is introduced. Pt. saying "No ifs ifs ifs ifs" during MMSE. Or, inability to change topics or giving same response to different questions.
Term
What is flight of ideas?
Definition
Rapid experession of thoughts with constant shifting from one idea to another. Seen in mania, psychosis.
Term
What is clang association?
Definition
Thoughts come out in a rhyming pattern. Pt says "voices tell me not to eat, any food would mean defeat"
Term
What is tangentiallity?
Definition
Pt. deviates from point of question and never returns to that line, unlike circumstantialy where pt. eventually returns to orginal topic and answers question.
Term
What is a hallucination?
Definition
False sensory perception.
Term
Which type of hallucination is usually seen in psychosis?
Definition
Auditory
Term
What is synesthesia?
Definition
Sensation or hallucation caused by another sensation. Taste of chocolate leads to seeing roses.
Term
Pt. presents with preoccupated with perfection, orderliness, that is ego-syntonic?
Definition
Obsessive compulsive personality disorder (ego syntonic)
Term
Pt. presents with obsession with doors being unlocked that causes anxiety until pt. checks all locks 5 times. Pt. realizes this is foolish?
Definition
Obsessive compulsive disorder (ego dystonic)
Term
Pt. presents with history of child abuse, instability of mood, relationships, and self-image. Pt. is impulsive and has scars on wrists?
Definition
Borderline personality disorder
Term
Pt. preferes to be alone. Pt has limited emotional range?
Definition
Schizoid personality disorder (does not want relationships)
Term
Pt. injects fecal matter into their skin to create abscess?
Definition
Factitious disorder. Pt. wants to play sick role (primary gain)
Term
What is concrete thinking?
Definition
No ability to form abstract concepts like metaphor. When asked what is similar about apple and orange? They say they are both round, as opposed to both fruit. Normal in children.
Term
What are risk factors for violent behavior?
Definition
Male, age 15-24, overt stressor present, low socioeconomic status, few social supports
Term
Pt. recently hospitalized comes in and out of consciousness during interview and does not know where he is. Pt. states he sees spirits in room and vampires are stealing his blood. Wife says he has never acted like this before.
Definition
Delirium, characterized by acute onset, caused by medical condition (fever, infection, withdrawal, trauma, metabolic abnormality)
Term
What is splitting?
Definition
Characterizing people and world as all good or all bad, seen in Borderline PErsonality disorder.
Term
Sudden appearance of neurological symptoms plus psychosocial stressor?
Definition
Conversion disorder, seen more frequently in women and low socioeconomic status. Always a DX of exclusion
Term
Persistent overwhelming fear of humiliation or embarassment in social or performance situation that causes physical symptoms of anxiety in those situations?
Definition
Social phobia. Tx- psychotherapy, propranolol
Term
What is thought blocking?
Definition
Pt. suddenly stops talking mid-sentence and can't complete sentence. Sx of psychosis.
Term
What is thought insertion?
Definition
Pt. believes thought being inserted into their mind. Sx of psychosis.
Term
What is derealization?
Definition
Subjective sense that environment is strange or unreal
Term
What is depersonalization?
Definition
Feeling that one is falling apart or not one's self any longer.
Term
What is magical thinking?
Definition
Belief that one's thoughts or ideas have special powers
Term
What is thought broadcasting?
Definition
Pt. believes thoughts are being stolen or sent out to others. Sx of psychosis.
Term
What is echolalia?
Definition
Repetition of examiner's words or phrases by pt.
Term
What is nihilism?
Definition
Belief that one's self, others, or world are non-existent or coming to an end
Term
Intentional production of syptoms for secondary gain?
Definition
Malingering
Term
Intentional production of symptoms for primary gain?
Definition
Facticious disorder
Term
Unconscious production of physical symptoms?
Definition
Somatitization disorder
Term
Unconscious production of neuro sx?
Definition
Conversion disorder, seen more frequently in women and low socioeconomic status. Always a DX of exclusion
Term
Mimicking of examiner's body posture or movements?
Definition
Echopraxia
Term
Shared delusion held by two or more people?
Definition
Folie a deux or shared delusional disorder. First step- interview alone. If hospitalized, keep away from eachother.
Term
Pt. takes on new identity after sudden stressor and travel, with no memory of old identity?
Definition
Dissociative fugue. Usually resolves with time.
Term
What is each axis for in psychiatric assessment?
Definition
Axis 1- psych x, Axis II- personality disorders, mental retardation, Axis III- medical dx, Axis IV- social stressors, Axis V- global assessment of function
Term
Difficulty temperment as infant may signal?
Definition
Increased risk of conduct problems in school
Term
Erikson stage 0-2 years old?
Definition
Basic trust vs mistrust
Term
Erikson stage 2-4 years old?
Definition
Autonomy vs Shame and Doubt
Term
Erikson stage 4-5 years old?
Definition
Initiative vs Guilt
Term
Erikson Stage 5-12 years old?
Definition
Industry vs Inferiority
Term
Erikson stage 13-19 years old?
Definition
Identity vs Role confusion
Term
Erikson stage 20-24 years old?
Definition
Intimacy vs Isolation
Term
Erikson stage 25-64 years old?
Definition
Generativity vs Stagnation
Term
Erikson stage 65 to death?
Definition
Ego integrity vs despair
Term
Mahler infantile development, 0-2 months?
Definition
Autistic phase- no interest in interpersonal relationships
Term
Mahler 2-6 mo?
Definition
Symbiosis- psychological fusion between mother and child
Term
Mahler 6-36mo?
Definition
Separation- individualization
Term
Mahler 6-10 mo?
Definition
6-10 mo- child realizes mother is separate person
Term
Mahler 10-16mo?
Definition
10-16mo- practicing, exploration of enviroment
Term
Mahler 16-24mo?
Definition
16-24 mo- rapproachment- need to know where mother is and refuel with contact
Term
Mahler24-36 mo?
Definition
24-36mo- object constancy. integration of good and bad aspects of mother and child's self. Bad mother frustrates child's wishes. Good mother nurtures child.
Term
According to Heinz Kohutt, what does a child need to develop coherent stable sense of self?
Definition
Positive emphatic responses from caretakers. Without, child will grow up to have fragile self esteem and constant need for validation
Term
Piaget stage 18-24 mo?
Definition
Sensorimotor- child focuses mostly on developing senses and motor skills
Term
Piaget stage 2-6 years old?
Definition
Pre-operational- child focuses on peforming physical tasks
Term
Piaget stage 6-11 years?
Definition
Concrete operational- child begins to think logical and reason through problems, unable to think abstractly
Term
Piaget stage 11 years and on?
Definition
Formal operational- child can think abstratively and use deductive reasoning
Term
What is a transitional object?
Definition
Comforting substitute for primary caregiver that allows child to tolerate separation w/o excessive anxiety (toy or blanket)
Term
What is denial?
Definition
Conscious awareness of painful reality is abolished (Pt with terminal cancer tells son that they are perfectly healthy)
Term
What is projection?
Definition
Acting as if unacceptable internal impulses are coming from external realm. Pt who wants to cheat on wife accuses wife of cheating on him.
Term
Pt. who is angry at father uses anger to perform better in football game?
Definition
Sublimation- transforming unacceptable social impulses into acceptable outlet in order to achieve impulse gratification
Term
Pt. who is angry/racist about imigrants in town volunteers to help imigrants find jobs?
Definition
Reaction formation- transforming unacceptable impulse into its opposite (must differentiate from altruism. In reaction formation, unacceptable impulse still present. In altruism, pt. gives freely of time. Doesn't have to be related to prior history, but question will probably be tricky)
Term
Pt. with history of alcohol dependence who has been sober for 12 years volunteers to teach kids at local school about substance abuse?
Definition
Altruism- service to others as way to gratify one's instincs (mature defense mechanism)
Term
according to Freud's structural theory, what are the three areas?
Definition
Id, Ego, and Superego
Term
What is the Id?
Definition
Instinctual drives, mostly unconscious(devil on left shoulder)
Term
What is the superego?
Definition
Agency that contains internalized parental and societal rules, mostly unconscious (angel on right shoulder)
Term
What is the ego?
Definition
Agency that attempts to find equilibrium between Id and Superego to create preconscious and conscious functons
Term
Can emotional deprivation lead to failure to thrive in infant?
Definition
Yes
Term
Reshaping of external reality to suit one's inner needs?
Definition
Distortion- pt. remembers only positive feedback and ignores negative
Term
Pt can describe murder he witnessed with no emotion?
Definition
Isolation (of affect)- splitting an idea from the emotion accompanying it.
Term
What are narcisstic or primitive defense mechanism?
Definition
Denial, projection, distortion
Term
What are immature defense mechanisms?
Definition
Acting out, introjection, passive-aggressive, somatitization
Term
What are neurotic defense mechanisms?
Definition
Displacement, Externalization, Intellectualization, rationalization, inhibition, reaction formation, repression
Term
What are mature defensive mechanisms?
Definition
Sublimation, altruism, ascetism, anticipation, supression, humor
Term
Avoidance of personally unacceptable feelings by behaving in a socially inappropriate manner?
Definition
Acting out
Term
What is rationalization?
Definition
Offering explanation in an attempt to justify attitudes, beliefs, or behavior that would otherwise be unacceptable. "I got fired because I drank tea and my boss was a coffee person."
Term
Adult acts like child in hospital?
Definition
Regression- pt. reverts to earlier developmental stage. Often brought on by significant stress.
Term
Compulsive act performed to negate or avoid consequences of fantasized action that is result of obsessive impulse?
Definition
Undoing- pt. fantasizes about detaching gas hose in basement so she keeps going downstairs to check that gas is hooked up
Term
What are three defensive mechanisms commonly seen in obsessive compulsive disorder?
Definition
Undoing, reaction formation, and isolation
Term
What are three phases of separation that child goes through?
Definition
Protest phase- 0-3 days after separation- child cries, calles for parent. Despair phase- child gives up hope after 3 days, transfers affection to another. Parent returns- child will initially be ambivalent. Does not return- child becomes hopeless. Detachment phase- bond with parent irreparably severed
Term
Freudian developmental stage 0-18 mo?
Definition
Oral stage- oral sensations give gratification, oral personality = dependent
Term
Freudian developmental stage 18-36mo?
Definition
Anal stage- excretion/retention of feces is main source of gratification. Anal personality = stubborn, frugal
Term
Freudian developmental stage 3-5 years?
Definition
Phallic stage- child looks outside him/herself for erotic object
Term
Oedipal stage?
Definition
Also 3-5 years- after child achieves phallic stage. Boy loves mom, sees father as rival. Girl loves father, sees mother as rival.
Term
Freudian developmental stage 5-11/13 years?
Definition
Latent stage- sex drive quiescent. Focus on learning new skills and interacting with peers.
Term
Freudian developmental stage >11/13 years?
Definition
Genital stage- master instinctual drives, separate from parents, and establish genital sexuality
Term
What is freuds topographic model of mind?
Definition
Conscious, preconscious, and unconscious
Term
What is freuds structural model of mind?
Definition
Id, superego, and ego
Term
What is dream work?
Definition
Process through which latent content is transformed into manifest content
Term
What is latent dream content?
Definition
Impulses, ideas unacceptable to conscious mind
Term
What is manifest dream content?
Definition
Images and sensations recalled by dreamer
Term
What is condensation?
Definition
Combining different concepts or feelings into one image
Term
What is symbolic represenation?
Definition
Using neutral or innocent imagery to represent highly charged senses or impulses
Term
What is displacement?
Definition
Divering feeling or energy associated with one object to another more acceptable to dreamer's superego
Term
What is secondary revision?
Definition
Ego intervenes at end of dreamwork to make manifest content more rational and acceptable to dreamer
Term
What is cataplexy?
Definition
Sudden loss of muscle tone triggered by strong emotion or sensation, due to intrusion of REM sleep
Term
What is treatment of cataplexy?
Definition
Stimulant or antidepressant (antidep -> dec REM sleep)
Term
What is catalepsy?
Definition
Immobile position constantly maintained (waxy flexibility seen in catatonic schizophrenia)
Term
What is negativism?
Definition
Resistance to any attempt to have patient move
Term
What is an automatism?
Definition
Automatic performance of an act that may have symbolic meaning
Term
Repetitive and fixed pattern of behavior or speech?
Definition
Stereotypy
Term
Pt can be molded into any position?
Definition
Waxy flexibility
Term
In which sleep stage does one see decreased muscle tone, elevated BP and HR, erection?
Definition
REM
Term
Spasmodic contractions of muscles of neck, trunk, tongue, face caused by antagonism of dopamine by neuroleptic?
Definition
Dystonia- tx- anticholinergic (benztropine, diphenhydramine trihexyphenidyl)
Term
What are the genes involved in inherited (early onset) Alzheimers?
Definition
Preseniline 1 gene on chromosome 14 (70-80%). Presenilin 2 gene on chromosome 1 (20-30%). Beta amyloid precursor protein gene (APP) on chromosome 21 (2-3%)
Term
What gene is involved in increased risk of late onset/non-inherited Alzheimer's?
Definition
ApoE gene- ApoE4 allele confers increased risk.
Term
Anterograde amnesia in alcoholic?
Definition
Korsakoff syndrome due to thiamine deficiency (hits mamillary bodies). Inability to form new memories (anterograde amnesia), with remote memory relatively spared)
Term
Where do 90% of partial complex seizures begin?
Definition
Temporal lobe.
Term
Partial complex seizures are associated with what type of hallucination?
Definition
Olfactory. Odor comes from tip of temperaol- uncus.
Term
Low levels of what neurotransmitter lead to increased risk of suicide?
Definition
Serotonin
Term
Which neurotransmitter is associated with memory and cognitive function?
Definition
Acetylcholine
Term
Which neurotransmitter is associated with psychosis?
Definition
Dopamine
Term
Which neurotransmitter is associated with OCD, depression, and suicide?
Definition
Serotonin
Term
Which neurotransmitter is associated with anxiety disorders?
Definition
Norepinephrine
Term
Any anti-parkinsonian drug can cause?
Definition
Hallucinations due to increase in dopamine
Term
Nonfluent spontaneous speech, poor auditory comprehension, poor repition and poor naming?
Definition
Global aphasia
Term
Fluent spontaneous speech, poor auditory comprehension, poor repetition, poor naming?
Definition
Wernicke (receptive) aphasia
Term
Nonfluent spontaneous speech, good audtiory comprehension, poor repetion, poor naming?
Definition
Broca (expressive) aphasia
Term
Fluent spontaneous speech, good auditory comprehension, poor repetion, poor naming?
Definition
Conduction aphasia
Term
Where is broca's area of brain?
Definition
Brodman area 44 and 45- inferior frontal gyrus
Term
What is Wernicke's area of brain?
Definition
Brodman area 22- superior temporal gyrus
Term
Fluent spontaneous speech, good auditory comprehension, good repetion, and poor naming?
Definition
Anomic aphasia
Term
What area of brain is involved in formation and storage of immediate and recent memories?
Definition
Hippocampus
Term
Thiamine deficiency causes damage of?
Definition
Dorsal medial nucleus of thalamus and mamillary bodies
Term
Atrophy of caudate nucleus?
Definition
Huntingtons (choreiform movements)
Term
Lesion where causes euphoria, laughter, joking, and pun making?
Definition
Right prefrontal
Term
Lesion here causes depression and uncontrollable crying?
Definition
Left prefrontal
Term
Lesion here causes disinhibition, labile mood, iritability, eupohira, lack of remorse, poor insight/judgement?
Definition
Orbitofrontal area of frontal lobe
Term
Lesion here causes poor planning, decreased flexibility, decreased motivation, poor attention?
Definition
Dorsolateral region of frontal lobe
Term
Excessive motor activity, poor sustained attention, difficulty inhibiting impulses?
Definition
ADHD
Term
How many settings must symptoms be seen in for dx of ADHD?
Definition
at least 2 (school, home)
Term
Onset of childhood disntegrative disorder?
Definition
2-4 years old
Term
Onset of Rett disorder?
Definition
6-12 months
Term
Microcephaly, small eyes, long, smooth philtrum?
Definition
Fetal alchohol syndrome- causes IUGR, poor postnatal growth, microcephaly, developmental delay, ADHD later
Term
How old must child be for dx of nocturnal enuresis?
Definition
5 years old
Term
Best treatment of nocturnal enuresis?
Definition
Bell-pad alarm. If unsuccessful, desmopressin, imipramine can be tried.
Term
Treatment of tourette's?
Definition
alpha 2 agonist- clonidine, guafenacine. Typical antipsychotic- haloperidol or pimozide
Term
What is reactive attachment disorder?
Definition
Inability to relate to others and behavior problems caused by severely dysfunctional early relationship between caregiver and child (no stable attachment)
Term
Child only talks to parents/siblings at home?
Definition
Selective mutism- must differentiate from social phobia
Term
When do night terrors occur?
Definition
non-REM sleep- child does not rememeber in morning. Usually not treated. Can use benzo.
Term
When do nightmares occur?
Definition
REM sleep- child remembers.
Term
>6 mof of angry spiteful vindictive behavior in child?
Definition
Oppositional defiant disorder
Term
Disregard of rules, laws, and other's rights, violence toward animals, prior to age 18?
Definition
Conduct disorder- often becomes antisocial personality disorder after age 18
Term
Impaired social interactions and impaired language development, usually dx prior to age 3 (or req to be dx prior to age 3)
Definition
Autism
Term
Impaired social interactions but normal language development?
Definition
Asperger's
Term
Progressive memory loss plus one of aphasia/anomia/apraxia?
Definition
Alzheimer's
Term
Inability to formulate or understand language?
Definition
Aphasia
Term
Inability to recal name of object?
Definition
Anomia
Term
Inability to perform voluntary motor activity, but no evidence of motor or sensory deficit?
Definition
Apraxia
Term
Memory loss, psychosis, and personality change?
Definition
Frontotemporal dementia aka Pick disease (pick body- building of tau protein in neuron)
Term
Pt. presents with BMI of 17, amenorrhea?
Definition
Anorexia nervosa
Term
Repeated emesis leads to?
Definition
Hypokalemic hypochloremic metabolic acidosis
Term
How does repeated emesis cause hypokalemia?
Definition
H+ shift out of cells causes K+ to shift into cells. Aldosterone activated. Bicarbonated overflow in urine pulls positive K+ with it.
Term
Headache, intattention, memory loss, and drowsiness in elderly patient?
Definition
Chronic subdural hematoma- reversible cause of dementia- caused by tearing of bridging veins
Term
Altered consciousness, olfactory hallucinations, automatisms, and autonomic symptoms?
Definition
Partial complex seizure- automatism- spontaneous behavior- like tapping fingers- may march from fingers up arm to head
Term
Progressive cognitive decline, myoclonic jerks, rigidity, ataxia in 55 year old. EEG shows periodic burst activity?
Definition
Creutzfeld-Jakob disease- genetic (auto dom), consumption of contaminated meat, iatrogenic- corneal transplant, contaminted neurosurgery instruments. EEG can diagnose. Death within a year.
Term
Recurrent spontaneous anxiety attacks?
Definition
Panic disorder
Term
Why are paresthesias common in anxiety/panic attacks?
Definition
Tachypnea causes respiratory alkalosis (inc. bicarb) -> decreased ionized calcium
Term
Excessive anxiety and worry for greater than 6mo, leads to physical symptoms?
Definition
Generalized anxiety disorder
Term
Why is dizziness and derealization common in anxiety/panic attacks?
Definition
Respiratory alkalosis and hypocapnia (low CO2) caused decreased cerebral perfusion
Term
Confusion, ataxia, and nystagmus, opthalmoplegia?
Definition
Wernicke encephalopathy- thiamine def, reversible
Term
Anterograde amnesia?
Definition
Korsakoff syndrome due to thiamine deficiency (hits mamillary bodies). Inability to form new memories (anterograde amnesia), with remote memory relatively spared), usually irreversible
Term
Urinary incontinence, dementia, and ataxia?
Definition
Normal pressure hydrocephalus
Term
Treatment of normal pressure hydrocephalus?
Definition
CSF shunt
Term
Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, N/V, diarrhea, hypotension, seizures, coma. GARLIC smell on breath?
Definition
Acute Arsenic poisoning. But poisoning is usually chronic from drinking water. Can cause vit A def. -> night blindness. Tx- chelation with dimercaprol or succinic acid.
Term
Dopamine inhibits what in tuberoinfundibular path of brain?
Definition
Prolactin release. Antipsychotic inhibits dopamine and therefore increases prolactin.
Term
Recurrent fear that pt. has serious illness, can be temporarily reassured?
Definition
Hypochondriasis. Tx: regular followup with PCP
Term
What lab will be elevated for ~20-30 minutes after true generalized seizure?
Definition
Prolactin
Term
Tumor where causes headache, papilledema, homonymous heminopsia (right or left side vision loss in both eyes), flashes of light/aura?
Definition
Occiptal lobe
Term
Tumor where causes olfactory or gustatory hallucinations, mood lability, and behavior changes?
Definition
Temporal lobe
Term
New onset hallucinations, hypertension, tachycardia, fever occuring after 3 days of hospitalization?
Definition
Delirium tremens
Term
Boxer's dementia?
Definition
Chronic head trauma -> cognitive decline, Parkinsonian symptoms
Term
Lead pipe muscle rigidity, mutism, obtundation, fever, diaphoresis, tachycardia, hypertension. Pt. on antipsychotic?
Definition
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Term
Treatment of NMS?
Definition
Stop antipsychotic. Dantrolene -> binds ryanodine receptor, causes Ca repackaging in ER -> muscle relaxation. Bromocriptine -> increase dopamine.
Term
Schizophrenia findings on EEG?
Definition
Increased theta and delta activity, decreased alpha activity
Term
Schizophrenia findings on PET?
Definition
Increased D2 receptors in caudate
Term
Schizophrenia findings on CT?
Definition
Enlarged lateral and 3rd ventricles, decreased cortical volume
Term
What are indicators of good prognosis in schizophrenia?
Definition
Late onset, acute onset, obvious precipitating factor, good premorvid functioning, presenve of mood disorder, pt. married, family history, good support system, presence of psotive symptoms
Term
Treatment of acute psychosis and agitation?
Definition
Haloperidol and lorazepam
Term
Acute psychotic disorder length?
Definition
1 day -1 month
Term
Schizophreniform disorder length?
Definition
1 month- 6 months
Term
Schizophrenia disorder length for dx?
Definition
>6mo
Term
Nonbizarre delusion without deterioration of psychosocial function, no hallucinations?
Definition
Delusional disorder
Term
Types of delusional disorder?
Definition
Erotomanic (famous person loves pt.), Grandiose (believes he is pope), Jealous (spouse cheating), Persecutory (FBI tracking me, drones trying to blow me up), Somatic (infested with bug, have bad odor, AIDS)
Term
Types of schizophrenia?
Definition
Paranoid, Disorganized, Catatonic,Schizoaffective, Residual, Mixed
Term
Schizophrenia with prominent hallucinations and delusions and relative preservation of cognitive functioning?
Definition
Paranoid
Term
Schizophrenia that has been treated for a while and has mostly negative symptoms now?
Definition
Residual
Term
Schizophrenia with disorganized speech and behavior, flat or inapp affect, functional impairment?
Definition
Disorganized- grimacing and silly behavior common.
Term
Schizophrenia with psychomotor disturbances, prolonged immobility, negativism, waxy flexibility, mutism, echolala/echopraxia?
Definition
Catatonic
Term
Schizophrenia with occasional mood disorder?
Definition
Schizoaffective (always psychotic, occasionally depressed/manic)
Term
Always depressed, occasionally psychotic?
Definition
Mood disorder with psychotic features
Term
Which illicit drugs most commonly cause psychosis?
Definition
Amphetamines, PCP, LSD
Term
Schizophrenia with symptoms of paranoid and disorganized?
Definition
Mixed
Term
Why might schizophrenic patient have hyponatremia with low urine Na concentration that resolves with water restriction?
Definition
Psychogenic polydipsia common in schizophrenia
Term
Visual hallucination of a transparent phantom of one's own body?
Definition
Autoscopic psychosis
Term
What is Capgras Syndrome?
Definition
Delusion that familiar people have been replaced by identical imposters
Term
What is Cotard syndrome?
Definition
Perception of having lost everything
Term
What is eye movement densenitization and reprocessing?
Definition
Pt. focuses on lateral movement of therapists finger while maintaing a mental image of stressful event. Tx option for PTSD
Term
What is transference?
Definition
Projection of feelings, thoughts, attitudes once connected to important figure in pt.'s past to therapist (or another important figure). Pt. unconsciously re-enacts old script with new figure.
Term
What is counter-transference?
Definition
Projection of feelings, thoughts, attitudes once connected to therapist onto pt.
Term
Pairing feared stimulus with relaxation therapy?
Definition
Desensitization. Tx option for phobia- show picture of spider while undergoing deep muscle relaxation
Term
What are relative contraindications to hypnosis?
Definition
Paranoid delusions, history of trauma
Term
What is interpretation?
Definition
Explanatory statement made by therapist that links symptoms, feeling or behavior to its unconscious meaning
Term
What is confrontation?
Definition
Therapist points out behavior of pt and assigns meaning to it.
Term
What is biofeedback?
Definition
Physiological functions like BP or HR are fed backt to pt. with the goal of allowing pt to control body responses
Term
What is habit reversal training?
Definition
When urge felt, perform action incompatible w/ action (hair pulling -> clench fist), then perform benign action to remove urge (brush hair). Used for impulse control disorders.
Term
What four areas does interpersonal therapy focus on?
Definition
Complicating mourning, interpersonal roles (conflicts with sig. others), role transition (changes in life status), interpersonal deficits (lack of social skills)
Term
What is the behavior therapy used for OCD?
Definition
Exposure and extinction- expose pt to feared stimulus then prevent neutralizing compulsion. Behavior progressively disappears (becomes extinct) when expected consequence does not occur.
Term
Can a diagnosis of major depression be made if substance or general medication condition could be cause?
Definition
No
Term
Treatment of bipolar I?
Definition
Mood stabilizer such as lithium, valproate, or carbamazepine
Term
If psychotic symptoms present?
Definition
Add atypical antipsychotic.
Term
For maintenance?
Definition
Mood stabilizer or atypical antipsychotic
Term
Which mood stabilizer is excreted renally?
Definition
Lithium
Term
Which mood stablizers are handled hepatically?
Definition
Valproate and carbamazepine
Term
Which drug causes atrialization of right ventricle in newborn?
Definition
Lithium (1/1000 chance if used during pregnancy)
Term
Which drugs cause neural tube defects, craniofacial abnormalities, and genital defects?
Definition
Valproate and carbamazepine increase risk of these problems in newborn if used during preg.
Term
Depressed mood, hyperphagic, hypersomnia during winter?
Definition
Seasonal affective disorder. Tx- light therapy, SSRI
Term
2 or more years of alternating hypomania and mild depression (doesnt meed MDD)?
Definition
Cyclothymia
Term
2 or more years of mild depression?
Definition
Dysthymia?
Term
Can you have major depression on top of dysthymia?
Definition
Yes, double depression
Term
4 or more different mood episodes in 1 year?
Definition
Rapid cycling disorder
Term
Headache, anxiety, depression in woman that comes and goes on monthly basis?
Definition
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder - occurs 1 week prior to menses. Also see edema, wt. gain, breast pain.
Term
What are ECT contraindications?
Definition
Recent MI, inc. ICP, aneurysm, bleeding disorder
Term
How does depression affect brain activity?
Definition
Decreased latency between periods of REM sleep, decreased activity in frontal lobe
Term
What are characteristics of atypical depression?
Definition
Mood reactivity- better mood with certain events (grandkids come over), diurnal- mood better in morning, appetite and sleep improve if pleasurable event occurs
Term
Abuse in childhood, now has memory gaps, changes in mannerisms, affect throughout day?
Definition
Dissociative identity disorder (mutl. personality disorder)- 2 or more personalities alternately take control of conscious mind recurrently
Term
Which endocrine conditions can cause anxiety like symptoms?
Definition
Pheochromocytoma, hyperthyroidism, hypercortisolism, and hyperparathyroidism
Term
Which metabolic conditions can cause anxiety-like symptoms?
Definition
Hypoxemia, hypercalcemia, and hypoglycemia
Term
Which neurologic conditions can cause anxiety-like symptoms?
Definition
Stroke, trauma
Term
4 pain symptoms, 2 GI symptoms, 1 sexual symptom, and 1 pseudoneurological sx?
Definition
Somatitization disoder, must be under 30 to dx. Unconscious production of symptoms.
Term
Treatment of panic disorder?
Definition
SSRI, can use benzo or propranolol for short term
Term
Treatment of OCD?
Definition
SSRI, high dose
Term
Treatment of generalized anxiety disroder?
Definition
Buspirone or SSRI
Term
Control of autonomic sx in social phobia?
Definition
Propranolol
Term
Treatment of sleepwalking?
Definition
Monitor and ensure safe environment
Term
"Magical" thinking, unusual perceptions, odd apperance, discomfort in close relationships?
Definition
Schizotypcal personality disorder
Term
REM sleep intrudes in daytime?
Definition
Narcolepsy
Term
Cause of narcolepsy?
Definition
Deficiency of orexin/hypocretin neurotransmitter
Term
Treatment of sex addiction?
Definition
SSRI can decrease sex drive and cause anorgasmia, medroxyprogesterone decreases libido
Term
Pattern of excessive emotionality and attention seeking, overly seductive, dramatic superfical speech?
Definition
Histrionic personality disorder
Term
Preoccupised with orderliness, perfection, has trouble completing tasks on time, forgoes social activities to work, stubborn?
Definition
Obsessive compulsive personality disorder
Term
Chronic excessive need to be taken care of, can't make decision on their own, must be in relationship?
Definition
Dependent personality disorder
Term
Chronic pattern of disregard for rights of others and laws, no remorse, charming?
Definition
Antisocial personality disorder
Term
Modafinil can be used to treat?
Definition
Narcolepsy, shift work disorder, daytime sleepiness caused by OSA. Increases monoamines and histamine.
Term
Chronic pattern of social inhibition, hypersensitivity to negative criticism, want friends but afraid of rejection?
Definition
Avoidant personality disorder
Term
PAttern of grandisosity and inflated perception of one's abilities, expect others to share their unrealsitic opinion of themselves and act accordingly?
Definition
Narcissistic personality disorder
Term
Wife complains that husband keeps kicking her at night?
Definition
Periodic limb movement disorder- nocturnal myoclonus. Causes unrefreshing sleep.
Term
When does withdrawal from heroin and morphine usually peak?
Definition
48 hours after last dose
Term
Chronic meperidine use can cause?
Definition
Seizures due to buildup of toxic metabolite nomeperdine
Term
How long can PCP-induced psychosis last?
Definition
Weeks
Term
Treatment of delirium tremens?
Definition
Lorazepam, folate, and thiamine
Term
Opiate withdrawal tx?
Definition
Supportive, can use clonidine
Term
Violent behavior, exagerrated reactions to sensory stimuli, vertical nystagmus?
Definition
PCP intoxication
Term
How do amphetamines mediate action?
Definition
Cause release of stored monoamines
Term
How does cocaine mediate action?
Definition
Inhibits reuptake of neurotransmitters
Term
How do benzos work?
Definition
Allosterically increase frequency of GABA CL- channel opening
Term
How do barbiturates work?
Definition
Allosterically increase duration of GABA Cl- channel opening, at high dose can act as direct agonist
Term
How does PCP mediate action?
Definition
Activates NMDA glutamate receptors
Term
Which ilicit drug can cause coronary vasospasm, MI, and intracranial hemorrhage?
Definition
Cocaine
Term
Which ilicit drug can cause euphoria, mydriasis, and sensation that bugs on skin?
Definition
Cocaine
Term
What percentage of Asians lack acetaldehyde dehydrogenase?
Definition
10%. Without it, get symptoms of alcohol intoxication w/ very small ingestion.
Term
What are side effects of inhalants?
Definition
Hearing loss, peripheral neuritis, parasthesias, cerebellar signs, motor impairment, rhabdomyolysis, renal/hepatic damage, GI bleed
Term
Does LSD act as a stimulant or depressant?
Definition
Usually stimulant- tachycardia, hypertension, mydriasis, along with hallucinations
Term
Which illicit causes feelings of empathy and closeness to others?
Definition
Ecstasy
Term
Which illicit can cause bruxism?
Definition
Ecstasy
Term
Why do TCAs have so many side effects?
Definition
They block cholinergic (dry mouth), adrenergic (ortho hypotension, and histaminergic (sedation) receptors
Term
Overdose of TCA?
Definition
Arrhythmia
Term
Which TCA is used for treatment of OCD?
Definition
Clomipramine
Term
Which TCA is used for treatment of enuresis?
Definition
Imipramine
Term
What is ramelteon?
Definition
Melatonin agonist with half life of 1-2.5 hours. Good for decreasing time to sleep onset, but will not keep asleep.
Term
Which mood stabilizer can cause aplastic anemia?
Definition
Carbamazepine
Term
Which SSRI is best for pt worried about wt?
Definition
Sertraline
Term
Muscle rigidity, hyperthermia, autonomic instability?
Definition
NMS (antipsychotic) or serotonin syndrome (MAOI +SSRI)
Term
Pt on MAOI (such as phenelzine or selegiline) eats aged cheese?
Definition
Monitor BP for hypertensive crisis
Term
Treatment of akasthisia?
Definition
Propranolol, anticholinergic
Term
Treatment of dystonia?
Definition
Anticholinergic- benztropine, diphenhydramine
Term
How many treatments are usually used in ECT?
Definition
9 - 12
Term
Is ECT shock applied bilaterally or unilaterally?
Definition
Unilaterally, to decrease memory loss
Term
Treatment options for narcolepsy?
Definition
Stimulant- methylphenidate, modafinil. SSRI- decrease REM
Term
Which drug is best for psychosis in parkinson's?
Definition
Clozapine- spares nigrostrial dopaminergic and does not have anticholinergic side effects
Term
Treatment of hyperarousal in PTSD?
Definition
Clonidine or B blocker
Term
What is cataplexy?
Definition
REM attack during day-> loss of muscle tone.
Term
What is tardive dyskinesia?
Definition
Choreiform movements, usually orofacial, subsequent to treatment with antipsychotic, usually occurs after 1-6mo of treatment. May be permanent. D/c antipsychotic, anticholinergic.
Term
What is dystonia?
Definition
Intermittent muscle spasms involving head and neck (torticollis- neck spasm, occulogyric crisis- eyes forced into upward gaze). Tx: anticholinergic
Term
What is akistheisa?
Definition
Restless legs, feels like ants in pants. Tx: propranolol or antichol.
Term
What must be present to prove malpractice?
Definition
4 D's: 1. Duty existed toward pt. on part of physician. 2. Deviation from standard practice occurred. 3. Direct causal relationship between deviation and untoward outcome. 4. Damages occurred as a result.
Term
What are criteria for involuntary admission?
Definition
One of: Evidence of mental illness, risk of harming self or others, or pt unable to provide for his/her basic needs.
Term
Are physicians required to warn potential victims if pt. reveals homicidal plan?
Definition
Yes, double depression
Term
Which antipsychotic can be used for irritability in autism, ages 5-16 years old?
Definition
Risperidone
Term
What causes positive symptoms of psychosis?
Definition
increased dopamine in mesolimbic pathway
Term
What causes negative symptoms of psychosis?
Definition
Alterations in serotonin receptors in pre-frontal cortex
Term
Which other neurotransmitter plays role?
Definition
Glutamate- NMDA receptor
Term
What are four dopaminergic pathways important in schizophrenia and its treatment?
Definition
Mesolimbic- midbrain to nucleus accumbens, Mesocortical- midbrain to limbic cortex. Nigrostriatal- substantia nigra to basal ganglia, Tuberoinfundibular- hypothalamus to pitutiary
Term
What is significance of mesolimbic pathway?
Definition
Responsible for salience, euphoria, delusions, and hallucinations- positive symptoms of psychosis due to inc dopamine here
Term
What is significance of mesocortical pathway?
Definition
Responsible for cognition. Too little dopamine here in schizophrenia and too much block can cause slowing.
Term
What is significance of nigrostriatal pathway?
Definition
Responsible for movement control. Too much block causes movement disorders (dystonia, tardive dyskinesea)
Term
What is significance of tuberinfundibular pathway?
Definition
Dopamine here inhibts prolactin release. Blocking causes increased prolactin -> dec. libido, galactorrhea.
Term
Changes in these pathways in schizophrenia?
Definition
Too much dopamine in mesolimbic, too little in mesocortical.
Term
What is the relationship between acetylcholine and dopamine in nigrostriatal pathway?
Definition
Reciprocal- decreasing dopamine leads to increasing acetylcholine (so tx of dystonia is anticholinergic as antipsychotic causes decreased dopamine and therefore an increase in cholinergic activity)
Term
What is relationship between serotonin and dopamine in nigorstriatal and tuberinfundibular?
Definition
Reciprocal- increased serotonin causes decreased dopamine, so blocking serotonin as atypicals allegedly do will cause increased dopamine levels and reduced likelihood of EPS symptoms
Term
How are antipsychotics metabolized?
Definition
Hepatically
Term
At what level of occupation of dopamine recepetors is a clinical effect in psychosis seen?
Definition
60-70%, over 70% -> EPS
Term
How does nicotine affect metabolism of antipsychotics?
Definition
Increases metabolism, therefore if a patient stops smoking, they may need to decrease dosage otherwise side fx could ensure
Term
What are symptoms of hyperprolactinemia?
Definition
Sexual dysfunction- dec libido, erectile dysfunction, amenorrhea, gallactorhea, gynecomastia
Term
Which drugs are least likely to cause hyperprolactinemia?
Definition
Quetiapine and aripiprazole
Term
What is dystonia?
Definition
Sustained involuntary muscle contraction, usually occurs in first 1-5 days of tx
Term
What is akasthisea?
Definition
Subjective muscle restlessness, fidgetiness, restless legs
Term
What is parkinsonism?
Definition
Tremor, bradykinesia, Rabbit syndrome (rhythmic tremor of mouth), occurs more in females
Term
What is tardive dyskinesia?
Definition
Spontaneous choreiform movements, late onset
Term
Which drug is least likely to cause EPS?
Definition
Clozapine- spares nigrostriatal dopamine receptors
Term
What are anticholinergic side effects seen from antipsychotics?
Definition
Central- agitation, hallucinations, seizures. Peripheral- dry mouth, dilated pupils ->blurred vision, constipation, urinary retention
Term
Which antipsychotic caues retinitis pigmentosa?
Definition
Thioridazine
Term
Which antipsychotic can cause cataracts, at least in beagles?
Definition
Quetiapine
Term
Which antipsychotic can decrease ejaculation?
Definition
Chlorpromazine
Term
How do antipsychotics increase drooling?
Definition
Increase salivary muscarinic activity and decrease salivary adrenergic activity
Term
What are cardiac side effects?
Definition
QT prolongation and Torsades
Term
What are biggest culprits of QT prolong?
Definition
IV haloperidol (but not oral) and ziprasidone
Term
Which antipsychotics cause the most weight gain?
Definition
Clozapine, olanzipine, thioridazine
Term
Which antipsychotic may actually cause weight loss?
Definition
Aripiprazole
Term
What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
Definition
Rigidity, elevated HR, BP, fever, delirium, rhabdomyolysis -> myoglobinuria
Term
What are examples of high potency typical antipsychotics?
Definition
Haloperidol , fluphenazine (more EPS, less anticholinergic)
Term
Examples of middle potency?
Definition
Loxapine, molindone
Term
Examples of low potency?
Definition
Chlorpromazine, thioridazine (less EPS, more anticholinergic)
Term
Atypicals target which receptor in addition to D2?
Definition
5-HT
Term
Which is the only atypical that is a mixed DA agonist/antagonist?
Definition
Aripiprazole
Term
Which antipsychotic is the last line despite perhaps being the most effective?
Definition
Clozapine
Term
Why is it last line?
Definition
Can cause agranulocytosis- monitor weekly for 6 mo, biweekly for next 6 mo, then every 4 weeks indefinitely via CBC and absolute neutrophil count
Term
What other unique side effect does clozapine have?
Definition
Myocarditis
Term
Which atypical has increased incidence of EPS, hyperprolactinemia, and HYPOTENSION?
Definition
Risperidone
Term
Which antipsychotic is well known for causing weight gain, and insulin resistance?
Definition
Olanzapine
Term
Which antipsychotic is know for being very sedating?
Definition
Quetiapine
Term
Which atypical is known for QT prolongation?
Definition
Ziprasidone
Term
This is the only side effect with increased incidence in aripiprazole?
Definition
Akasthesia
Term
A delusion consisting of aliens from the planet Zedulia who have a magical pirate ship able to time travel would qualify a patient for?
Definition
Schizoprenia, as it is bizarre (always check duration of delusion to classify appropriately)
Term
Sometimes has mood symptoms without psychosis?
Definition
Mood disorder with psychotic features
Term
Sometimes has psychosis/schizophrenia without mood symptoms?
Definition
Schizoaffective
Term
A delusion consisting of Tom Cruise being in love with me?
Definition
Delusional disorder, this is within the realm of possibility therefore not bizarre
Term
What are diagnostic criteria for major depressive episode?
Definition
2 weeks of depressed mood leading to impairment plus 5 of: SIG E CAPS: Sleep change Interest decrease GUILT Energy decrease, Concentration decrease, Appetite change, Psychomotor retardation, Suicidal
Term
What are diagnostic criteria for manic episode?
Definition
1 week of elevated/agitated mood leading to impairment plus mixture of DIG FAST: Distractiability, Insomnia, Grandiosity, Flight of ideas, Agitation, Speech (pressured), Thoughtlessness (inc. high risk activities)
Term
What is difference between mania and hypomania?
Definition
Hypomania- 4 days not 7 days, no hospitalization, no psychotic symptoms
Term
What are medical causes of depression?
Definition
CVD, hypo/hyperthyroid, Cushings, Addison's, hypo/hyperglycemia, hypo/hypercalcemia, Parkinson's, mononucleosis, viral illness, Carcinoid, Lupus, Cancer
Term
Which two types of cancer are most likely to cause depression?
Definition
Pancreatic and lymphoma
Term
What are medical causes of mania?
Definition
Hyperthyroidism, Temporal lobe seizure, Multiple sclerosis, Glioblastoma, brain tumor, Syphilis, Lyme disease
Term
What is chance of 2nd depressive episode after one?
Definition
0.50
Term
3rd? 4th?
Definition
3rd- 70%, 4th- 90-95%
Term
How long should an episode be treated?
Definition
6-9 months than may taper
Term
What if they feel better after 1 month?
Definition
Still shoot for 6-9 months
Term
Serotonin syndrome characterized by?
Definition
Fever, Autonomic instability, and Seizures
Term
Serotonin syndrome caused by?
Definition
SSRI + MAOI or combination of drugs that increase serotonin
Term
Criteria for dysthymia?
Definition
Depressed mood for at least 2 years, no asymptomatic period longer than 2 months, and 2 of CHASES: Concentration decrease, Hopelessness, Appetite change, Sleep change, Energy decrease, Self esteem decrease
Term
What are the symptoms of a panic attack?
Definition
At least 4 of PANICSS: Palpitations Abdominal distress Numbness (paresthesias) Intense fear of death, Choking/Chills/Chest Pain, Sweating, Shortness of Breath
Term
What makes it a panic disorder?
Definition
Panic atack plus consistent worry about having another attack
Term
What is treatment?
Definition
SSRI
Term
What neurotransmitter changes are involved in panic attack?
Definition
Inc NE and decreased GABA, decreased serotonin
Term
OCD is ego dystonic or syntonic?
Definition
Dystonic
Term
OCPD is ego dystonic or syntonic?
Definition
Syntonic
Term
OCD tx?
Definition
SSRI or clomipramine, exposure/response prevention
Term
Experienced traumatic event now persistently re-experience with symptoms of hypervigilance?
Definition
PTSD if symptoms >1 month. Acute stress disorder if symptoms less than 1 month.
Term
Depression or anxiety after stressful event, occuring within 3 months of stressor and ending within 6months of stressor ending?
Definition
Adjustment disorder
Term
If stressor continues, can adjustment disorder continue longer than 6mo?
Definition
Yes, chronic stressor -> chronic adjustment disorder
Term
What is primary therapy for adjustment disorder?
Definition
Supportive Psychotherapy is PRIMARY. Pharmacotherapy is ADJUNCTIVE.
Term
What are the cluster A personality disorders?
Definition
Schizoid, Schizotypal, and Paranoid (weird people)
Term
General distrust of others, perceives personal attacks and counters quickly?
Definition
Paranoid
Term
Voluntary social withdrawal, restricted affect, no interest in sex?
Definition
Schizoid
Term
Odd beliefs, magical thinking, few close friends, social anxiety?
Definition
Schizotypal
Term
What are the cluster B personality disorders?
Definition
Borderline, Antisocial, Narcissistic, Histrionic (bad)
Term
Disregard for others and violation of their rights, no remorse, charming at first, h/o conduct disorder as child?
Definition
Antisocial
Term
Impulsive, unstable self image/relationships, frequent suicidal gestures, self mutilation?
Definition
Borderline
Term
Attention seeking, sexual, excessive emotion?
Definition
Histrionic
Term
Sense of superiority, believe they are special, sense of entitlement, takes advtange of others for their own gain?
Definition
Narcissistic
Term
What are the cluster C personality disorders?
Definition
Avoidant, Dependent, Obsessive Compulsive
Term
Pattern of social inhibition, fear of rejection, believe they are soccially inept, want relationships but want to know they are liked before engaging?
Definition
Avoidant
Term
Require others to make decisions for them, usually has one person they give responsibility of their life to, urgently seeks a new relationship after one ends?
Definition
Dependent
Term
Preoccupation with control and perfectionism, want every detail right at expense of efficiency, choose work over everything else, miserly?
Definition
Obsessive-compulsive pers. disorder
Term
What are examples of personality disorders NOS?
Definition
Depressive, Sadomasochistic, Sadistic, Passive-Aggressive
Term
This person makes excuses all the time, alternate between compliance and defiance, inefficient procrastinator, try to manipulate others to do their work, and complains about their misfortunes all the time?
Definition
Passive-Aggressive Personality Disorder
Term
What is the definition of substance abuse?
Definition
1. Causes impairment. 2. Use in dangerous situations. 3. Recurrent use despite legal problems 4. continued use despite social or relationship problems 5. Lasts at least 1 year
Term
What is the definition of substance dependence?
Definition
1. Causes impairment 2. Evidence of tolerance 3. Evidence of withdrawal 4. use substance more than intended 5. Persistent use despite efforts to abstain 6. Significant time spent trying to get drug 7. Decreased social activities, work 8. Continued use despite physical or psychological problems due to substance
Term
What are the two biggest factors in dependence?
Definition
Tolerance (need more of substance to get same effect) and Withdrawal (stopping drug use leads to adverse symptoms)
Term
What are alcohol's effects on neurotransmitters?
Definition
Increases serotonin and GABA activity, decreases glutamate activity
Term
What is the legal limit for alcohol in blood?
Definition
80 mg/dl or .08
Term
What are symptoms of mild alcohol withdrawal?
Definition
Irritability, tremor, insomina
Term
What are symptoms of moderate alcohol withdrawal?
Definition
Diaphoreseis, fever, disorientation
Term
What are symptoms of severe alcohol withdrawal?
Definition
Delirium tremens- visual/tactile hallucinations, delirium, seizures (gen. tonic-clonic), autonomic instability
Term
What is mortality of delirium tremens if untreated?
Definition
15-20%
Term
What is treatment of delirium tremens?
Definition
Benzo, thiamine, folate. Can give haloperidol for hallucinations and agitation
Term
Long term alcohol use causes deficiency of?
Definition
Thiamine
Term
Thiamine deficiency causes?
Definition
Wernicke encephalopathy and Korsakoff syndrome
Term
Ataxia, confusion, nystagmus and gaze palsies indicate?
Definition
Wernicke encephalopathy
Term
Is Wernicke reversible?
Definition
Yes, with thiamine supplementation
Term
Impaired recent memory, anterograde amnesia, confabulation indicate?
Definition
Korsakoff syndrome
Term
Is Korsakoff reversible?
Definition
Often irreversible
Term
How does cocaine work?
Definition
It inhibits dopamine and norepinephrine re-uptake. Indirect sympathomimetic.
Term
How long will cocaine show up on UDS?
Definition
3 days, longer in heavy user
Term
What are examples of amphetamines?
Definition
Dextroamphetamine, methylphenidate (ritalin), Methamphetamine, MDMA (ectasy), MDEA (eve)
Term
How do amphetamines work?
Definition
Cause dopamine, serotonin, NE release -> indirect sympathomimetic. Can cause hallucinations.
Term
How long will amphetamines show up on UDS?
Definition
1-2 days, but may not catch all amphetamines
Term
How should cocaine and amphetamine intoxication be treated?
Definition
Symptomatically. Agitation -> benzo. Psychosis -> haloperidol. Control BP, HR as needed.
Term
What drug should not be given to pt. on cocaine?
Definition
Beta-blocker
Term
What is treatment for cocaine or amphetamine withdrawal?
Definition
Supportive. Generally not life-threatening.
Term
How do benzodiazepines work?
Definition
Increase frequency of GABA channel opening
Term
How do barbiturates work?
Definition
Increase duration of GABA channel opening, at high doses, act as direct agonist
Term
How long will UDS be positive for benzo/barbiturates?
Definition
Often up to 1 week
Term
How is intoxication with benzo treated?
Definition
Charcoal can be useful. Flumazenil. Be careful not to over do it -> withdrawal -> seizure
Term
How is intoxication with barbiturate treated?
Definition
Charcoal cane be useful. Alkanization of urine with sodium bicarbonate increases excretion
Term
Can benzo tx be stopped abruptly?
Definition
No, that can cause life-threatening withdrawal Must taper
Term
What are symptoms of benzo withdrawal?
Definition
Delirum, hallucinations, seizures, tachycardia, hypertension, diaphoresis
Term
What is treatment of benzo withdrawal?
Definition
Long-acting benzo (diazepam), taper gradually
Term
In general, is withdrawal from sedating drug life-threatening?
Definition
Yes
Term
In general, is withdrawal from stimulant or hallucinogenic life-threatening?
Definition
No, that can cause life-threatening withdrawal Must taper
Term
What receptors do opiods act on?
Definition
Mu, Kappa, Delta receptors
Term
Miosis, Respiratory Depression, and Altered mental status indicate?
Definition
Opiod intoxication
Term
What is treatment for opiod intoxication?
Definition
Naloxone or naltrexone
Term
Which opiod antagonist has longer half life?
Definition
Naltrexone (4.5 hrs) > Naloxone (1.5 hours)
Term
What is treatment for opiod dependence?
Definition
Methadone taper
Term
What are symptoms of opiod withdrawal?
Definition
SLUDGE - Salivation, Lacrimation, Urination, Defecation, GI upset, Emesis (also mydriasis, piloerection, rhinorhea)
Term
Do hallucinogens cause physical dependence?
Definition
No (therefore no withdrawal from LSD, mescaline, mushrooms, etc)
Term
How do PCP and ketamine act?
Definition
Activated NMDA glutamate receptors and dopamine neurons, also act as analgesics
Term
What are symptoms of PCP intoxication?
Definition
Violent behavior, hyperreactivity to stimuli, nystagmus, poor judgement, and muscle rigidity
Term
What are treatments for PCP intoxication?
Definition
Quiet room. Acidify urine with ammonium chloride.
Term
How long will UDS be positive for PCP?
Definition
Longer than 1 week
Term
How does marijuana work?
Definition
Acitivates cannabinoid receptor which inhibits adenylate cyclase -> decreased cAMP
Term
What are signs/symptoms of marijuane intoxication?
Definition
Euphoria, inc. appetite, dry mouth, conjunctival injection
Term
Can one develop dependence on marijuana?
Definition
No
Term
How do inhalants act?
Definition
As CNS depressants
Term
Overdose of inhalant can cause?
Definition
Respiratory depression, arrhythmias
Term
Long term effects of inhalants?
Definition
Brain and organ damage
Term
Surprise someone intoxicated on inhalant?
Definition
Can cause sudden sniffing death syndrome
Term
How does caffeine work?
Definition
Antagonizes adenosine -> increased adenylate cyclase activity -> increased cAMP
Term
What are signs/symptoms of caffiene intoxication?
Definition
Insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, flushed face, diuresis, rambling speech
Term
When does intoxication typically occur?
Definition
Greater than 250mg of caffiene ingested
Term
How much caffiene is in typical coffee cup?
Definition
100-150mg
Term
How much caffiene is in typical tea cup?
Definition
40-60mg
Term
What are signs/symptoms of caffiene withdrawal?
Definition
Headache, nausea/vomiting
Term
How does nicotine work?
Definition
Stimulates nicotinic receptors
Term
What are effects of nicotine?
Definition
CNS stimulation -> restlessness, insomnia, anxiety, inc. attention, inc. mood, decreased tension
Term
What are symptoms of nicotine withdrawal?
Definition
Intense craving, increased appetite, irritability, dysphoria
Term
What are pharmacologic treatments for nicotine withdrawal/quitting?
Definition
Nicotine replacement, bupropion, varenecylcine
Term
Memory loss that is progressive and irreversible with normal level of consciousness?
Definition
Dementia
Term
What percentage of dementia is reversible?
Definition
0.15
Term
What are causes of reversible dementia?
Definition
Hypothyroidism, Folate/B12 deficiency, neurosyphilis, normal pressure hydrocephalus, Wilson's disease, among others
Term
What are standard battery of tests to rule out reversible causes?
Definition
CBC, CMP, TSH, VDRL/RPR, B12, Folate, CT or MRI
Term
What are top 3 causes of dementia?
Definition
Alzheimer's, Vascular, and Pseudodementia (depression)
Term
Diagnosis of Alzheimer's requires?
Definition
Memory impairment plus 1 of aphasia (impaired language or understanding), apraxia (inability to perform purposeful movement), agnosia ( inability to interpret sensations correctly or name object), or decreased executive functioning. Plus rule out everything else.
Term
What will CT show in Alzheimer's?
Definition
Diffuse atrophy with enlarged ventricles
Term
What will microscope show in Alzheimer/s?
Definition
Amyloid plaques, Tau protein neurofibrillary tangles
Term
What is treatment for Alzheimer's?
Definition
Cholinesterase inhibitors such as donepizil. Benzo for anxiety. Antipsychotic for agitation/psychosis
Term
Memory impairment, aphasia/apraxia/agnosia plus focal neuro symptoms?
Definition
Vascular dementia
Term
What is course of vascular dementia?
Definition
Step-wise. Abrupt drops in functioning then stabilization
Term
How do you diagnose vascular dementia?
Definition
MRI to locate infarcts
Term
Personality changes are hallmark of what type of dementia?
Definition
Pick's Demnita (frontotemporal dementia)
Term
What would you see on microscopy of brain of pt. w/ Pick's?
Definition
Pick bodies - intraneuronal inclusion body
Term
Autosomal dominant disorder due to hyperexpansion of gene on chromosome 4?
Definition
Huntington's
Term
When does onset of Huntington's typically occur?
Definition
35-50 years old
Term
What are symptoms of Huntingtons?
Definition
Progressive dementia, Choreiform movements (snake-like), Muscular hypertonicity, Depression (very common), Psychosis
Term
How is huntington's diagnosed?
Definition
MRI - caudate atrophy
Term
Loss of dopamine neurons in substantia nigra?
Definition
Parkinson's
Term
Symptoms of Parkinsons?
Definition
Bradykinsea, resting tremor, mask-like face, shuffling gait, shrinking handwriting, dysarthria, dementia (30% of pt)
Term
Treatment of Parkinsons?
Definition
Levodopa/carbidopa (often reserved until late in course), amantadine, anticholinergics, MAOIs (selegiline)- dec. breakdown of dopamine, Surgery (electro-stimulation)
Term
Rapidly progressive dementia, myoclonus, ataxia, cortical blindness?
Definition
Creutzfeld-Jakob
Term
What are microscopic changes in Creutzfeld-Jakob?
Definition
Spongiform changes in cortex
Term
What is life expectancy for pt. with Creutzfeld-Jakob disease?
Definition
~6-12months
Term
When is average age on onset for Creutzfeld-Jakob?
Definition
55 years old
Term
What are characteristics of delirium?
Definition
Rapid onset, flucuates throughout day w/ lucid intervals, altered consciousness, and hallucinations
Term
Always ask about what in elderly pt with memory loss?
Definition
Depressive symptoms
Term
Common answer to questioning in depressed patient?
Definition
"I don't know". Depressed pt. will guess or confabulate
Term
What happens to REM sleep as you age?
Definition
Increased REM cycles, decreased REM duration -> net loss of total REM sleep
Term
What happens to stage 1 and 2 sleep as you age?
Definition
Increased stage 1 and 2 sleep
Term
What happens to stage 3 and 4 sleep as you age?
Definition
Decreased stage 3 and 4 sleep (increased night time awakenings)
Term
IQ < 70 with onset prior to age 18?
Definition
Mental retardation. Mild IQ 50-70. Moderate IQ 40-50. Severe 25-40. Profound <25.
Term
What is most common cause of mental retardation?
Definition
Down syndrome
Term
What is most common inherited cause of mental retardation?
Definition
Fragile X
Term
What are prenatal causes of mental retardation?
Definition
TORCH - toxoplasmosis Other (AIDS, syphilis, alcohol, drugs) Rubella CMV HSV.
Term
What are perinatal causes of mental retardation?
Definition
Anoxia, Prematurity
Term
What are postnatal causes of mental retardation?
Definition
Hypothyroidism, Malnutrition, Toxin exposure (Lead), and Trauma
Term
What percentage of conduct disorder pt. are diagnosed with anti-social PD?
Definition
0.40
Term
What percentage of ADHD pt have conduct or oppositional defiant disorder?
Definition
0.66
Term
ADHD diagnosis requires?
Definition
Symptoms of hyperactivity and/or inattentiveness plus onset prior to age 7
Term
Impaired language development, poor social skills, get very interested in one topic, focus on part of object?
Definition
Autism
Term
Onset of autism?
Definition
Almost always prior to age 3
Term
What percentage of autistic children are mentally retarded?
Definition
0.70
Term
What percentage of autistic children can function indepently as adults?
Definition
1-2%
Term
Which drug is useful for aggression in autistic child?
Definition
Risperidone
Term
Impaired social skills, but normal language and cognitive development?
Definition
Asperger's
Term
Normal development until 6mo then loss of developmental milestones, decreased head circ, handwringing?
Definition
Rett disorder- only in girls, boys die in utero. Never progress past 1 year of cognitive skills
Term
Childhood disintegration syndrome?
Definition
Normal development until ~2 years then regression. Occurs in girls and boys.
Term
Diagnosis of tourettes requires?
Definition
Motor AND vocal tics almost every day for at least 1 year. No tic free period greater than 3 months
Term
What is cause of tics?
Definition
Impaired dopamine regulation
Term
What is treatment of tourettes?
Definition
Haloperidol or pimozide
Term
How old must child be for diagnosis of nocturnal enuresis?
Definition
Older than 5
Term
What are treatments of nocturnal enuresis?
Definition
Bell-pad, desmopressin, imipramine
Term
What is required for diagnosis of somatitization disorder?
Definition
2 GI symptoms, 1 sexual symptom, 1 neuro symptom, 4 pain symptoms. Onset prior to age 30
Term
What is treatment of somatitization disorder?
Definition
Regular appointments and avoidance of unnecessary tests/procedures
Term
Stressor leads to pseudoneurological disorder?
Definition
Conversion disorder
Term
Who is most likely to suffer from conversion disorder?
Definition
Young ,female, lower socioeconomic status
Term
Are symptoms of conversion disorder consciously produced?
Definition
No
Term
Are symptoms of somatization disorder consciously produced?
Definition
No
Term
Are symptoms of malingering and factictious disorder consciously produced?"
Definition
Yes
Term
Which is the only somatoform disorder in which men are affected as much as women?
Definition
Hypochondriasis
Term
Prolonged severe discomfort w/ no medical diagnosis?
Definition
Pain disorder. May be related to old injury, but not caused by, i.e. minor ankle sprain or back strain
Term
Intentional production of symptoms for primary gain?
Definition
Factitious disorder
Term
Feigning symptoms for secondary gain?
Definition
Malingering
Term
Failure to resist aggressive impulses, Aggressiveness out of proportion to triggering event?
Definition
Intermittent Explosive Disorder. Men >women
Term
Treatment of intermittent explosive disorder?
Definition
SSRI
Term
What percentage of bulimia pt. have kleptomania?
Definition
0.25
Term
Recurrent pulling out of one's hair?
Definition
Trichotillomania?
Term
What is clue that pt. has trichotillomania and not a hair loss disorder?
Definition
In trichotillomania, you often see hair of different lengths in patches of hair loss. In hair loss disorder, hair usually falls out all at once.
Term
treatment of trichotillomania?
Definition
SSRI or antipsychotic
Term
Diagnosis of Anorexia?
Definition
Amenorrhea (missed 3 periods) +15% below normal weight (or BMI <18.5)
Term
What are common sequalae of anorexia?
Definition
Hypochloremic hypokalemic alkalosis. Hypercholesterolemia. Arrythmia, cardiac arrest, lanugo (fine body hair), melanosis coli (darkened area of colon- prolonged laxative use), leukopenia, osteoporosis
Term
Binging-compensation behavior must occur how often for diagnosis of bulemia?
Definition
At least 2x per week for 3 months
Term
What is weight requirement for bulemia?
Definition
No wt. requirment. Can be underweight, normal weight, or overweight.
Term
What are two types of bulimia?
Definition
Purging type- vomit, laxative, or diuretic use. Non-purging- excessive exercise or fasting
Term
Common sequelae of bulimia? (may overlap with anorexia)
Definition
Hypochloremic hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis, Esophagitis, Dental Erosion, Calloused Knuckles, and Salivary gland hypertrophy
Term
Pt. binges 2x/week for at least 6 months, eats rapidly, eats until uncomfortable full, eats alone due to embarassment, and eats when not hungry?
Definition
Binge-Eating disorder
Term
Treatment of binge-eating disorder?
Definition
Psychotherapy or behavioral therapy
Term
Increases in which neurotransmitters will decrease total sleep time?
Definition
Dopamine and norepinephrine
Term
Increase in which neurotransmitter will increase total sleep time and increase REM?
Definition
Acetylcholine
Term
Increase in which neurotransmitter will increase total sleep time and increase delta wave sleep?
Definition
Serotonin
Term
A dysomnia is?
Definition
Disturbance in amount, quality, or timing of sleep
Term
A parasomnia is?
Definition
Abnormal behavior or physiology during sleep
Term
What are stages of sleep cycle?
Definition
Stage 0 - awake, eyes open- beta waves. Stage 0- awake ,eyes close- alpha waves. Stage 1- light sleep -theta waves. Stage 2- medium sleep- theta with sleep spindles (beta) and k complexes (delta). Stage 3,4- deep sleep (delta waves). REM- beta waves
Term
How often do REM cycles occur?
Definition
Every 90 minutes, but as sleep progress, REM latency decreases and approaches 60 minutes.
Term
How long does each REM cycle occur?
Definition
10-40 minutes
Term
What are 4 cardinal symptoms of narcolepsy?
Definition
Excessive daytime sleepiness, Cataplexy, Sleep Paralysis, Hypnogogic/hypnapompic hallucinations
Term
What is cataplexy?
Definition
Abrupt loss of muscle tone often caused by strong emotion
Term
What is catalepsy?
Definition
Symptom of catatonic schizophrenia - waxy flexibility
Term
What is cause of narcolepsy?
Definition
Hypocretin/orexin deficiency (these are neurotransmitters)
Term
What is treatment?
Definition
Sleepiness- naps, stimulants (modafinil, ritalin). Cataplexy- SSRI to decrease REM sleep
Term
What are characteristics of a nightmare?
Definition
Occurs during REM, fully awake afterward and remember dream
Term
What are characteristics of night terror?
Definition
Occurs during deep sleep (non-REM, stage 3 or 4), do not fully awaken, do not remember dream
Term
During what stage of sleep does sleepwalking occur?
Definition
Non-REM
Term
What is treatment of sleepwalking?
Definition
Prevention of injury
Term
What is technical term for talking in sleep?
Definition
Somniloquy
Term
What are the stages of sexual response?
Definition
DEPOR - Desire Excitement Plateau Orgasm Resolution
Term
What occurs in desire stage?
Definition
interest in sexual activity
Term
What occurs in excitement stage?
Definition
Begins with fantasy or physical contact. Men- erection. Women- vaginal lubrication, clitoral erection, labial swelling, elevation of uterus. Both- nipple erection, inc. BP and HR
Term
What occurs in plateau stage?
Definition
Men- swelling of testicles, tightening of scrotal sac, secretion of seminal fluid. Women - contraction of outer third of vagina. Enlargement of upper third of vagina. Both- facial flushing, inc. HR, BP, RR
Term
What occurs in orgasm stage?
Definition
Men- ejaculation. Women- contraction of uterus and lower 1/3 of vagina.
Term
What occurs in resolution stage?
Definition
Both- muscles relax, BP and HR return to baseline. Men- refractory perioid. Women- little or no refractory period.
Term
What are effects of aging on sex in men?
Definition
Increased time to ejaculate, requires more direct stimulation of genitals to get erection.
Term
What are effects of aging on sex in women?
Definition
After menopause, vaginal dryness
Term
Which drug classes cause sexual dysfunction?
Definition
Anti-hypertensives, anti-cholinergics, anti-depressants, and anti-psychotics
Term
How do alcohol and marijuane affect libido?
Definition
Increase libido by decreasing inhibition
Term
How do cocaine and amphetamines affect libido?
Definition
Increase libido by increasing dopamine
Term
How does testosterone affect libido?
Definition
Increases
Term
Progesterone?
Definition
Decreases
Term
Dopamine?
Definition
Increases
Term
Serotonin?
Definition
Decreases
Term
Absence or deficiency of sexual desire or fantasies?
Definition
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder
Term
Avoidance of any genital contact with sexual partner?
Definition
Sexual aversion disorder
Term
Inability to maintain lubrication in female?
Definition
Female sexual arousal disorder
Term
Genital pain before, during, or after sexual intercourse?
Definition
Dyspareunia
Term
Involuntary contraction of outer 1/3 of vagina during insertion of penis, tampon, and/or speculum?
Definition
Vaginismus
Term
In what populations is vaginismus more common?
Definition
Higher socioeconomic and religious
Term
What are paraphilias?
Definition
Pedophilia, Voyeurism, Exhibitionism, Fetishism, Transvestic fetishism, Froteurism, Masochism, Sadism, Necrophilia, Telephone scatologia
Term
Watching unsuspecting nude individuals?
Definition
Voyeurism
Term
Sexual pleasure from rubbing gentials against unsuspecting person?
Definition
Frotteurism
Term
Exposure of genitals to strangers?
Definition
Exhibitionism
Term
Sexual preference for inanimate objects?
Definition
Fetishism
Term
Sexual gratification in men from wearing women's clothing?
Definition
Transvestic fetishism
Term
Sexual excitement from being humiliated, beaten?
Definition
Masochism
Term
Sexual excitement from hurting another?
Definition
Sadism
Term
Calling unsuspecting women and talking dirty?
Definition
Telephone scatalogia
Term
What is gender identity disorder?
Definition
Feeling that one was born the wrong sex
Term
What are mature defense mechanisms?
Definition
Altruism, Humor, Sublimation, Suppression
Term
What are neurotic defense mechanisms?
Definition
Controlling, Displacement, Intellectualization, Isolation of affect, Rationalization, Reaction formation, Repression
Term
What are immature defense mechanisms?
Definition
Acting out, Denial, Regression, Projection
Term
What is splitting?
Definition
Defense mechanism seen in Borderline PD in which pt. sees world/groups of people as all good or all bad
Term
What therapeutic technique involves resolving unconscious conflicts by bring repressed experiences and feelings to awareness and integrateing them into personality?
Definition
Psychoanalysis. Pt. lies on cough with therapist out of view.
Term
What techniques are used in psychoanalysis?
Definition
Free association- pt. says whatever comes to mind. Dream interpretation.
Term
What concepts are important to remember for pscyhoanalysis
Definition
Transference (pt -> therapist) and Counter-transference (therapist -> pt.)
Term
What are common behavioral therapy techniques?
Definition
Systemic desensitization, Flooding, Implosion, Aversion, Token economy, Biofeedback
Term
What is systemic desensization?
Definition
Performing relaxation techniques while being exposed to anxiety-provoking stimulus
Term
What is flooding?
Definition
Expose pt to anxiety provoking stimulus and preventing withdrawal
Term
What is implosion?
Definition
Asking pt. to imagine stimulus
Term
What is aversion therapy?
Definition
Negative stimulus (shock) is paired with behavior to condition pt. to stop behavior (disulfiram is example)
Term
What is token economy?
Definition
Rewarding good behavior
Term
What is biofeedback?
Definition
Monitoring vital signs and asking pt. to mentally control. Could do while exposing pt. to stimulus
Term
Identifying negative or maladaptive thoughts and replacing them with positive ones is what kind of therapy?
Definition
Cognitive therapy. Good for depression and anxiety.
Term
What disorders is group therapy effective for?
Definition
Substance abuse, adjustment disorder, and personality disorders
Term
How do tricyclic anti-depressants work?
Definition
Inhibition of serotonin and NE re-uptake
Term
What causes large side effect profile of tricyclic anti-depressants?
Definition
They are anti-histaminergic (sedation), anti-adrenergeric (orthostatic hypotension), and anti-muscarinic (dry mouth, urinary retention)
Term
Overdose on TCA can cause?
Definition
cardiotoxicity, arrhythmias, coma, seizures
Term
How do monoamine oxidase inhibitors work?
Definition
They prevent degradation of norepinephrine, epinephrine, dopamine, serotonin, and tyramine by monoamine oxidase
Term
Are MAOIs reversible inhibitors?
Definition
No, irreversible
Term
Which neurotransmitters does MAO-A degrade?
Definition
Serotonin, dopamine, and tyramine
Term
Which neurotransmitters does MAO-B degrade?
Definition
Norepinephrine, epinephrine, dopamine, tyramine
Term
Which SSRI has the least sexual side effects?
Definition
Citalopram
Term
Which atypical anti-depressant lowers seizure threshold?
Definition
Bupropion
Term
Would an SSRI be good for depression with insomnia?
Definition
No, SSRI can cause/worsen insomnia
Term
Do SSRIs cause weight gain or loss?
Definition
Usually weight gain, but debated
Term
Would trazodone be good for depression with insomnia?
Definition
Yes, it is heavily sedating
Term
Would trazodone be good for depressed 25 year old male?
Definition
Bo, side effect of priapism
Term
Which anti-depressant would be useful in anorexia?
Definition
Mirtazepine, causes wt. gain
Term
Fever, autonomic instability, muscle rigidity after starting anti-psychotic?
Definition
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome - FALTER - Fever, Autonomic instability, Leukocytosis, Tremor, Elevated CPK, Rigidity
Term
What are side effects of lithium?
Definition
Tremor, hypothyroidism, nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
Term
What are side effects of carbamazepine?
Definition
Agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia
Term
What are side effects of valproate?
Definition
hepatotoxicity, thrombocytopenia
Term
What birth defect is lithium associated with?
Definition
Ebstein's anomaly- atrialization of right ventricle
Term
What birth defect are carbamazepine and valproate associated with?
Definition
Neural tube defects, craniofacial anomalies
Term
Which benzodiazepines have short half-life?
Definition
Triazolam, Oxazepam
Term
Which benzodiazepines have intermediate half-life?
Definition
Alprazolam, Clonazepam, Lorazepam
Term
Which benzodiazepines have long half-life?
Definition
Chlordiazepoxide, Diazepam, Flurazepam
Term
Requirement for involuntary admission?
Definition
Two physicians find that pt. is potentially harmful to self or others
Term
What must pt. demonstrate for informed consent?
Definition
Know name of treatment, alternatives to treatment, risks and benefits of treatment, consequences of refusing treatment, and pt. must have capacity to make decision
Term
Which kinds of care may minor receive without consent from parent?
Definition
STD, obstetric care, and treatment of substance abuse
Term
What can make a minor emancipated?
Definition
In military, married, have children, or self-supporting
Term
What is competence?
Definition
Legal term that judge determines
Term
What is capacity?
Definition
Clinical term, must meet 4 criteria
Term
What four criteria must be met for capacity?
Definition
Can communicate choice, understands purpose, risk/benefits, and alternatives, appreciates situation and consequnces, and can logically understand situation and reach rational conclusions
Term
To stand trial, one must be?
Definition
Competent
Term
What criteria must be met to be found "not guilty by reason of insanity"?
Definition
1. Must have mental illness. 2. Not understand right from wrong. 3. Did not understand consequences of actions at time act committed 4. Must meet statutory criteria (varies)
Term
What must be established to prove malpractice?
Definition
1. Established standard of care 2. Physician breached responsbility to plantiff 3. Breach led to injury/damage to plaintiff
Term
What is compensatory damage?
Definition
Reimbursement of medical expenses, lost salary, and physical suffering
Term
What is punitive damage?
Definition
Awarded to patient to punish doctor for gross negligence
Term
Which SSRI is pregnancy category D?
Definition
Paroxetine
Term
All other SSRIs are what category?
Definition
C
Term
What are examples of SNRIs?
Definition
Venlafaxine, Duloxetine, and Desvenlafaxine
Term
Duloxetine is also used for?
Definition
Fibromyalgia and diabetic neuropathy
Term
What are examples of NDRIs?
Definition
Bupropion (less sexual side effects, no wt. gain)
Term
Which two antidepressants are known for sedation?
Definition
Trazodone and mirtazepine
Term
Which anti-depressant increases appetite?
Definition
Mirtazepine
Term
What are chances of 2nd episode of depression after 1?
Definition
0.50
Term
What are chances of 3rd episode after 2 episodes?
Definition
0.70
Term
What are chances of 4th episode after 3 episodes
Definition
90-95%
Term
Can anti-depressants be discontinued abruptly?
Definition
No
Term
Which anti-depressants are most known for causing discontinutation syndrome?
Definition
Paroxetine and venlafaxine
Term
Are benzos a long term treatment option?
Definition
No, only for extremely short term due to addictive potential and withdrawal effects
Term
Buspirone is useful for?
Definition
Generalized anxiety disorder
Term
What is buspirone's mechanism of action?
Definition
Partial serotonin agonist
Term
Which drug may decrease nightmares?
Definition
Prazosin
Term
Which two drugs are commonly used for psychotic agitation?
Definition
Haloperidol plus lorazepam
Term
Vertigo but no hearing loss after URI?
Definition
Vestibular neuronitis
Term
Vertio and hearing loss after URI?
Definition
Labyrinthitis
Term
Headache, diplopia, and papilledema in young woman?
Definition
Pseudotumor cerebri
Term
Upper respiratory +lower respiratory symptoms and kidney sx (hematuria)?
Definition
Consider wegener's
Term
What are important considerations in investigation of erectile dysfunction?
Definition
1. Look at medications. 2. Lower neuro exam to rule out spinal stenosis, cauda equina syndrome 3. CV exam for vascular disease. 4. Diabetes -neuropathy 5. Testosterone level 6. Nocturnal erection - psych
Term
How does hemochromatosis cause ED?
Definition
Iron deposition in pituitary -> decreased LH and FSH -> hypogonadrotropic hypogonadism
Term
How is anti-psychotic related dystonia treated?
Definition
Anticholinergic drug such as benztroping, diphenhydramine, or trihexyphenidyl
Term
How is anti-psychotic related akasthisia treated?
Definition
Propranolol, benzodiazepine
Term
How is anti-psychotic realted parkinsonism treated?
Definition
Amantadine, levodopa
Term
What are benzodiazepines with long half life?
Definition
Diazepam, Clonazepam, Chlordiazepoxide, Lorazepam (long or intermediate)
Term
What are benzodiazepines with intermediate half life?
Definition
Alprazolam, Oxazepam, Temazepam, Lorazepam (long or intermediate)
Term
What are benzodiazepines with short half life?
Definition
Midazolam (versed), triazolam
Term
Which anti-psychotic could cause decrease in night vision?
Definition
Thioridazine -> retinitis pigmentosa -> dec. night vision
Term
Treatment of priapism due to trazodone?
Definition
Injection of epinephrine into penis
Term
Treatment of lithium toxicity with seizure or coma?
Definition
Dialysis
Term
Anticholinergic side fx of TCA?
Definition
Blurry vision, dry mouth, urinary retention
Term
Antihistaminergic side fx of TCA?
Definition
Sedation
Term
Anti-adrenergic side fx of TCA?
Definition
Orthostatic hypotension
Term
Lethal side effect of TCA?
Definition
Cardiac arrhythmia
Term
Top 2 side fx of SSRI?
Definition
GI upset and sexual (anorgasmia, dec. libido)
Term
Where are the majority of serotonin receptors in body?
Definition
GI tract
Term
How long do post-partum blues usually last?
Definition
3-7 days
Term
What are common symptoms of post-partum blues?
Definition
Sadness, feelings of dependency, frequent crying spells, dysphoria
Term
How long should you continue anti-depressant when treating depression?
Definition
At least 6 months, regardless of improvement. Taper when discontinuing.
Term
What are negative symptoms of schizophrenia?
Definition
Flat affect, Alogia (diminished flow and spontaneity of speech), Avolition (lack of initiative and goals)
Term
What are positive symptoms of schizophrenia?
Definition
Ideas of reference (false beliefs that news broadcaster is talking to you or Bible passage written just for you), Disorganized speech or behavior, Delusions, Hallucinations
Term
What percentage of schizophrenics attempt suicide?
Definition
20-40%
Term
What percentage of schizophrenics complete suicide?
Definition
0.10
Term
A stroke in which area is most likely to cause subsequent depression?
Definition
Left frontal- would classify as mood disorder caused by general medical condition
Term
Treatment of mania without psychosis?
Definition
Monotherapy with lithium, divalproex, or carbamazepin
Term
Treatment of mania with psychosis?
Definition
Dual therapy- add an atypical antipsychotic such as olanzapine
Term
How does bipolar disorder present in adolescents?
Definition
Multiple intense mood swings per day w/ short periods of euphoria, long periods of irritability
Term
Treatment of major depression with psychosis?
Definition
SSRI and anti-psychotic or ECT
Term
Treatment of social phobia?
Definition
Psychotherapy and behavioral therapy. Benzo or propranolol can be given for extremely short term (before flight or speech)
Term
Pt. presents with nystagmus, hyperacusis, and increased muscle strength?
Definition
PCP intoxication
Term
Treatment of generalized anxiety disorder?
Definition
Buspirone or SSRI
Term
In what population is buspirone less effective in?
Definition
Pt. who has used benzo before
Term
Treatment of OCD?
Definition
Exposure/prevention therapy plus SSRI
Term
Encephalopathy, ataxia, opthalmogplegia in alcoholic?
Definition
Wernicke's
Term
Female carriers of fragile X disorder are more likely to have which psychiatric disorder?
Definition
Schizotypal personality disorder (also increased incidence in those with family history of schizophrenia)
Term
How long does cocaine stay detectable on UDS?
Definition
Usually 3 days
Term
Characteristic EEG finding in delirium?
Definition
Generalized slowing
Term
Characteristic EEG finding in hepatic encephalopathy?
Definition
Triphasic delta waves
Term
How is delirium treated?
Definition
Detect and correct underlying abnormality. Atypical antipsychotic and benzo can be given. Items to orient patient: tv/radio, window, pictures, visitors
Term
Agression toward people or animals, destruction of property, theft in child?
Definition
Conduct Disorder
Term
Treatment of conduct disoder?
Definition
Allow natural consequences of actions (jail), multi-system approach (school, home, parent-child), observe for and tread ADHD, atypical antipsychotic
Term
Does Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder cause impairment of function?
Definition
Yes, if not then dx is obs-compulsive traits
Term
PTSD is often accompanied by?
Definition
Depression and risk of substance abuse
Term
What is treatment of PTSD?
Definition
SSRI and cognitive behavioral therapy (exposure and reframing of associated thoughts)
Term
Depressed mood + 2 other symptoms for 2 years with no symptom free period longer than 2 mo?
Definition
Dysthymia
Term
What is cyclothymia?
Definition
Dysthymia and hypomania for at least 2 years
Term
What is rapid cycling disorder?
Definition
Greater than 4 episodes of mania and major depression in 1 year
Term
Fear of having serious illness, misintepretation of physical signs/symptoms?
Definition
Hypochondriasis
Term
Numerous physical complaints, unconsciously produced, that have no medical dx?
Definition
Somatitization disorder
Term
Which types of hallucinations are more likely caused by medical condition?
Definition
Tactile, olfactory, gustatory
Term
Criteria for ADHD diagnosis?
Definition
Symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention, onset prior to age 7, duration > 6months
Term
How is ADHD treated?
Definition
Stimulant- methylphenidate (ritalin), ampheatmine salts (adderall), atemoxetine
Term
Repetitive emesis as in bulimia causes?
Definition
Hypochloremic hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis, hypomagnesmia, elevated amylase, dental caries, and enlarged parotid glands
Term
What is treatment of bulimia?
Definition
Cognitive behavioral therapy, nutritional rehab, SSRI
Term
What is timeline for diagnosis of acute stress disorder?
Definition
2 days - 4 weeks
Term
What is treatment of acute stress disorder?
Definition
Social support- can prevent development of PTSD
Term
How long must symptoms last to classify as PTSD?
Definition
Longer than 4 weeks
Term
What is goal of supportive psychotherapy?
Definition
Maintain pt. intrapsychic functioning
Term
What is goal of insight-oriented psychotherapy?
Definition
Improve pt. intrapsychic functioning
Term
What defense mechanisms are commonly used in histrionic personality disorder?
Definition
Repression and dissociation
Term
What are criteria for adjustment disorder?
Definition
Occurs within 3 mo. of stressor and lasts up to 6 mo after stressor ends. Can have anxiety and/or depressive symptoms.
Term
Depression in children often presents as?
Definition
Irritability
Term
Motivation and fabrication of symptoms are conscious in which disorders?
Definition
Malingering and factitious disorder
Term
Motivation and fabrication of symptoms are unconscious in which disorders?
Definition
Conversion, somatitization disorder
Term
A dysomnia is a problem with?
Definition
Duration or type of sleep
Term
What are examples of dysomnias?
Definition
Narcolepsy, Obstructive sleep apnea, poor sleep hygiene, circadian rhythm disorder
Term
A parasomnia is a problem with?
Definition
Symptoms during sleep
Term
What are examples of parasomnias?
Definition
Nightmare, night terror, bruxism, nocturnal enuresis, periodic limb movement disorder
Term
Difficulty falling asleep and multiple night time awakenings for at least 1 month that causes impairment?
Definition
Primary insomnia
Term
What is treatment?
Definition
Sleep hygiene, can try 2 week course of zaleplon, zolpidem, or benzo - no longer than 2 weeks- can develop addiction
Term
What is good sleep hygiene practice?
Definition
Eat at regular times (not late at night), Hot bath near bedtime, Warm milk near bedtime, Avoid daytime naps, Get up/go to bed at same time each day, Avoid caffiene, alcohol, or nicotine, Exercise, Avoid evening stimulation
Term
Multiple symptoms in multiple organ systems with no medical cause that begin prior to age 30?
Definition
Somatitization disorder
Term
Which anti-depressants are best for depression in breastfeeding mother?
Definition
Sertraline or paroxetine. They have the least amount of transfer in breastmilk.
Term
Visual hallucinations 2 weeks after using LSD?
Definition
Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder- continued sensory perception dysfunction after usage of hallucinogen, may be worsened by stress, marijuane or sensory deprivation (monotonous driving)
Term
Single motor OR vocal tic?
Definition
Tic disorder
Term
Muttiple motor AND vocal tics, occurs longer than 1 year?
Definition
Tourrete's disorder
Term
Which tic usually appears first in Tourette's?
Definition
Motor
Term
Treatment of Tourrete's?
Definition
Haloperidol, or clonidine or guanifescine
Term
Which defense mechanisms is common in Avoidant personality disorder?
Definition
Displacement- transferring a feeling about one object to another- yell at kids instead of boss. Projection- individual attributes feelings they have about themselves to others
Term
Anxiety about separation from home or caretaker, occurs longer than 4 weeks?
Definition
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Term
What often precipitates development of separation anxiety disorder?
Definition
Life-threatening disease or accident involving parent
Term
What often develops in patient with separation anxiety disorder?
Definition
Somatic complaints- headache, stomach ache
Term
What is treatment?
Definition
Family therapy, inc. school support, SRRI
Term
Risk of what is increased in pt. with separation anxiety?
Definition
Depression
Term
What is dissociative fugue?
Definition
Overwhelming stress, traumatic event, sudden travel -> pt. forgets identity-> creates new identity
Term
Is dissociate fugue usually chronic?
Definition
No, usually resolves quickly
Term
What is dissociative amnesia?
Definition
Inability to recal specific info. about one's identity, usually caused by trauma/stress. Does not involve travel or creation of new identity
Term
What is dissociative identity disorder?
Definition
Trauma, abuse in childhood -> creation of multiple personalities that recurrently take control of behavior
Term
Can you diagnose mood symptoms in pt. who is actively intoxicated or withdrawing?
Definition
No
Term
Difficulty balancing work and relationships, lifelong problems with work and love that cause anxiety?
Definition
Neurosis
Term
Is neurosis ego-syntonic or ego-dystonic?
Definition
Ego-dystonic- pt. understands problem is with themselves
Term
What is timeline for alcohol withdrawal?
Definition
Tremor@ 6-8hours, Psychosis@ 8-12 hours, Seizures@12-24 hours, DTs@24-72 hours
Term
What is best benzo for alcohol withdrawal?
Definition
Lorazepam- metabolized by glucuronidation, which is not dependent on liver function
Term
Pt. feels as if they should have been born a member of opposite sex?
Definition
Gender identity disorder
Term
What is treatment of gender identity disorder?
Definition
Psychotherapy for social ostracism, Hormonal Therapy, Surgical sexual reassignment
Term
Hormonal and surgical treatment is most successful if pt. does what?
Definition
Lives as opposite sex in community for 3 months prior to hormones and 12 months prior to surgery (9 on hormones)
Term
A mildly retarded pt. IQ 55-70 can do what?
Definition
Can live and work independetly, can hold a job.
Term
A moderately retarded pt IQ 40-55 can do what?
Definition
Some self care, but will need supervision
Term
A severely retarded pt IQ 25-40?
Definition
Is not independent, will need to live with someone else
Term
A profoundly retarded pt IQ < 25 will need?
Definition
Nursing care throughout life
Term
Motor or neurologic symptoms unconsciously produced after new stressor?
Definition
Conversion disorder
Term
What populations is conversion disorder seen more often?
Definition
Lower socioeconomic and less educated
Term
What is la belle indifference?
Definition
Pt. with conversion disorder show indifference or lack of concern about symptoms
Term
What is treatment of conversion disoder?
Definition
Reassurance that pt. will get better with time
Term
What are symptoms of amphetamine intoxication?
Definition
Dec. need for sleep, agitation, tachycardia, hypertension, mydriasis, diaphoresis, hallucinations (psychosis)
Term
What is optimal treatment for Borderline Personality disorder?
Definition
Dialectical Behavior Therapy- helps pt. confront and manage volatile emotions and impulses
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