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when can the specifier "with peripartum onset" be applied -
ANSWER-can be applied to depressive disorders if the onset of
mood symptoms occurs during pregnancy or in the four weeks
following childbirth.
criteria for perinatal psychosis as a "brief psychotic disorder with
peripartum onset" - ANSWER-when symptoms present suddenly
during pregnancy or within the first 4 weeks after birth and last at
least one day but no more than one month.
who has the highest risk of a postpartum psychotic episode -
ANSWER-preexisting bipolar disorder
Current recommendations from the American College of
Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) include screening how
often? - ANSWER-at least once during the perinatal period using
a validated instrument, increasing the frequency of visits when
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symptoms are identified, and referring clients for appropriate
pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy treatments
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends
incorporating the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
how often - ANSWER-into infants' 1, 2, 4, and 6-month well check
visits using a cutoff score of 10 as an indicator that maternal
depression may be present
what must be ruled out before starting SSRIs for perinatal
depression - ANSWER-bipolar II
Medications for perinatal bipolar disorder - ANSWER-lithium,
lamotrigine
First line therapy for perinatal PTSD - ANSWER-first line=
psychotherapy
SSRIs may be used for comorbid depression
screening tool used for bipolar disorder - ANSWER-MDQ
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Screening tool used for depression - ANSWER-PHQ-9
tool used to monitor symptoms of bipolar disorder after diagnosis
- ANSWER-young mania rating scale
tool used to assess clients who present with symptoms of
psychosis - ANSWER-brief psychiatric rating scale
how can maternal depression and anxiety can impact fetal
development in utero - ANSWER-increase the risk for preterm
birth and low birth weight, and lead to an insecure attachment
between the mother and infant as well as suboptimal
breastfeeding practices
Diagnostic criteria for GAD in children and teens - ANSWER-only
one physical or cognitive symptom is required for diagnosis
whereas three symptoms are required for adult diagnosis