CMN 552 MODULE 1 EXAM 300 QUESTIONS &
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST 2026
What is a key challenge in assessing depression symptoms? - ANSWER-
Distinguishing true-positive from false-positive responses.
What must be established to confirm a symptom of depression? - ANSWER-The
symptom must be a change from baseline and have occurred almost every day for
2 weeks.
What is an example of a leading question in depression screening? - ANSWER-
Has your depression made it hard for you to concentrate?
What is a nonleading question to assess concentration? - ANSWER-Do you think
your concentration has been better or worse than normal over the past 2 weeks?
What are the SIGECAPS symptoms used in depression screening? - ANSWER-
Sleep disorder, Interest deficit, Guilt, Energy deficit, Concentration deficit,
Appetite disorder, Psychomotor changes, Suicidality.
What is the minimum number of SIGECAPS symptoms required for dysthymic
disorder? - ANSWER-Two of the six starred symptoms.
What initial question can be asked to screen for sleep disorders? - ANSWER-Have
you been sleeping normally?
,What is anhedonia? - ANSWER-A deficit in interest or pleasure in activities that
were once enjoyable.
How can a clinician assess a patient's interest level? - ANSWER-By asking about
activities they enjoyed before feeling depressed.
What questions assess feelings of guilt and worthlessness? - ANSWER-How have
you been feeling about yourself? Do you feel you are a good person?
What is a common screening question for energy levels? - ANSWER-How has
your energy level been over the past couple of weeks?
How can you differentiate between energy loss due to depression and medical
illness? - ANSWER-Assess the pattern of energy throughout the day.
What questions can assess concentration deficits? - ANSWER-Have you been able
to focus? Have you noticed changes in your memory?
What is a sign of pseudodementia in depression? - ANSWER-Difficulty making
basic decisions or concentrating on reading.
What should be asked regarding appetite changes in depressed patients? -
ANSWER-Since you've been depressed, has your appetite increased, decreased, or
stayed the same?
What is the recommended time to spend on screening if the result is negative? -
ANSWER-1 minute.
,What is the recommended time to spend on screening if the result is positive? -
ANSWER-5 minutes.
What is the significance of diurnal variation in mood? - ANSWER-It refers to
changes in mood throughout the day, often worsening in the morning.
What is a potential side effect of SSRIs related to anhedonia? - ANSWER-Apathy
syndrome, which may occur in 20% to 30% of patients.
What is the importance of establishing a baseline for activities? - ANSWER-It
allows comparison to assess the impact of depression on the patient's interests.
What are some common phrases patients might use to describe anhedonia? -
ANSWER-I'm bored all the time, I have no motivation, I don't care about anything.
What should be assessed regarding a patient's mood changes throughout the day? -
ANSWER-How does your mood change as the day goes on?
What is the role of creativity and persistence in diagnosing depression? -
ANSWER-They are essential in establishing whether symptoms meet DSM-5
criteria.
What is a potential pitfall when asking about interest in activities? - ANSWER-
Patients may not understand the question or may only associate pleasure with
extraordinary experiences.
What is a common misconception about self-worth in depressed patients? -
ANSWER-Patients may feel especially critical of themselves and doubt their self-
worth.
, What is the significance of asking about hope for the future? - ANSWER-It
assesses the patient's feelings of hopelessness and helplessness.
What should you ask to assess changes in appetite during depression? - ANSWER-
Inquire if the patient's appetite has increased, decreased, or stayed the same, and if
they have lost or gained weight.
How can you quantify a patient's eating habits? - ANSWER-Ask how many meals
a day they eat and if food tastes good to them.
What is psychomotor agitation? - ANSWER-It refers to increased restlessness,
such as pacing or inability to sit still.
What is psychomotor retardation? - ANSWER-It is characterized by slowed
movements, as if the limbs are made of lead.
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? - ANSWER-A type of depression
that occurs seasonally, often worsening in winter and improving in summer.
What symptoms indicate a hypomanic episode according to DSM-5? - ANSWER-
Elevated mood, increased activity, and at least three additional symptoms like
grandiosity or decreased need for sleep.
What does the acronym DIGFAST stand for in assessing manic episodes? -
ANSWER-Distractibility, Indiscretion, Grandiosity, Flight of ideas, Activity
increase, Sleep deficit, Talkativeness.
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST 2026
What is a key challenge in assessing depression symptoms? - ANSWER-
Distinguishing true-positive from false-positive responses.
What must be established to confirm a symptom of depression? - ANSWER-The
symptom must be a change from baseline and have occurred almost every day for
2 weeks.
What is an example of a leading question in depression screening? - ANSWER-
Has your depression made it hard for you to concentrate?
What is a nonleading question to assess concentration? - ANSWER-Do you think
your concentration has been better or worse than normal over the past 2 weeks?
What are the SIGECAPS symptoms used in depression screening? - ANSWER-
Sleep disorder, Interest deficit, Guilt, Energy deficit, Concentration deficit,
Appetite disorder, Psychomotor changes, Suicidality.
What is the minimum number of SIGECAPS symptoms required for dysthymic
disorder? - ANSWER-Two of the six starred symptoms.
What initial question can be asked to screen for sleep disorders? - ANSWER-Have
you been sleeping normally?
,What is anhedonia? - ANSWER-A deficit in interest or pleasure in activities that
were once enjoyable.
How can a clinician assess a patient's interest level? - ANSWER-By asking about
activities they enjoyed before feeling depressed.
What questions assess feelings of guilt and worthlessness? - ANSWER-How have
you been feeling about yourself? Do you feel you are a good person?
What is a common screening question for energy levels? - ANSWER-How has
your energy level been over the past couple of weeks?
How can you differentiate between energy loss due to depression and medical
illness? - ANSWER-Assess the pattern of energy throughout the day.
What questions can assess concentration deficits? - ANSWER-Have you been able
to focus? Have you noticed changes in your memory?
What is a sign of pseudodementia in depression? - ANSWER-Difficulty making
basic decisions or concentrating on reading.
What should be asked regarding appetite changes in depressed patients? -
ANSWER-Since you've been depressed, has your appetite increased, decreased, or
stayed the same?
What is the recommended time to spend on screening if the result is negative? -
ANSWER-1 minute.
,What is the recommended time to spend on screening if the result is positive? -
ANSWER-5 minutes.
What is the significance of diurnal variation in mood? - ANSWER-It refers to
changes in mood throughout the day, often worsening in the morning.
What is a potential side effect of SSRIs related to anhedonia? - ANSWER-Apathy
syndrome, which may occur in 20% to 30% of patients.
What is the importance of establishing a baseline for activities? - ANSWER-It
allows comparison to assess the impact of depression on the patient's interests.
What are some common phrases patients might use to describe anhedonia? -
ANSWER-I'm bored all the time, I have no motivation, I don't care about anything.
What should be assessed regarding a patient's mood changes throughout the day? -
ANSWER-How does your mood change as the day goes on?
What is the role of creativity and persistence in diagnosing depression? -
ANSWER-They are essential in establishing whether symptoms meet DSM-5
criteria.
What is a potential pitfall when asking about interest in activities? - ANSWER-
Patients may not understand the question or may only associate pleasure with
extraordinary experiences.
What is a common misconception about self-worth in depressed patients? -
ANSWER-Patients may feel especially critical of themselves and doubt their self-
worth.
, What is the significance of asking about hope for the future? - ANSWER-It
assesses the patient's feelings of hopelessness and helplessness.
What should you ask to assess changes in appetite during depression? - ANSWER-
Inquire if the patient's appetite has increased, decreased, or stayed the same, and if
they have lost or gained weight.
How can you quantify a patient's eating habits? - ANSWER-Ask how many meals
a day they eat and if food tastes good to them.
What is psychomotor agitation? - ANSWER-It refers to increased restlessness,
such as pacing or inability to sit still.
What is psychomotor retardation? - ANSWER-It is characterized by slowed
movements, as if the limbs are made of lead.
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? - ANSWER-A type of depression
that occurs seasonally, often worsening in winter and improving in summer.
What symptoms indicate a hypomanic episode according to DSM-5? - ANSWER-
Elevated mood, increased activity, and at least three additional symptoms like
grandiosity or decreased need for sleep.
What does the acronym DIGFAST stand for in assessing manic episodes? -
ANSWER-Distractibility, Indiscretion, Grandiosity, Flight of ideas, Activity
increase, Sleep deficit, Talkativeness.
