Mood Disorders Case Questions and
answers 2023 rated A+ Updated 2023-2024
52-year-old man presents to his primary care physician after the death
of his wife from breast cancer 2 months ago. He complains of
depression, inconsolable sadness, frequent crying, and inability to focus
on his work and usual activities. Which treatment would be most
helpful for him? - correct answers Supportive psychotherapy
Which medication is most appropriate for the treatment of persistent
depressive disorder (dysthymia)? - correct answers Sertraline
(Zoloft)
35-year-old man is brought to a psychiatrist's office by his wife. He had
previously suffered a major depressive episode 2 years prior and ceased
medications 6 months ago. More recently, the patient had been
working many overtime hours for several weeks to complete a project
at work, and has slept much less than normal without apparent ill
effect. When the project was completed, the patient continued to sleep
little, and shifted his activities to socializing and drinking with his work
colleagues - correct answers Bipolar disorder
30-year-old man presents to your office complaining of being "down"
the last month. He has been suffering from difficulty falling and staying
asleep, severe fatigue, guilt, poor appetite, and thoughts of wanting to
take his life. He does not ever recall feeling this bad. He has stopped
talking with his friend and has no interest in doing anything. You
believe he is suffering from a major depressive disorder. In order to
, Mood Disorders Case Questions and
answers 2023 rated A+ Updated 2023-2024
diagnose this, which symptom must be present? - correct answers
Anhedonia
22-year-old woman is referred to your office by her family physician for
evaluation of depression. Her primary care doctor is unsure whether
she is suffering from persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) or a
major depressive disorder. Which characteristic is more consistent with
persistent depressive disorder than major depression? - correct
answers Symptoms of are low intensity
Which side effect is common to SSRIs and is likely to be experienced by
patients on "long-term" therapy? - correct answers Sexual
dysfunction (anorgasmia, erectile dysfunction)
Which medication would be the best choice for mood stabilization of
nonpsychotic mania in a 10-year-old boy? - correct answers
Divalproex sodium (valproic acid, Depakote)
Lithium (Eskalith)
Adjustment disorder is diagnosed in a 45-year-old woman who was
fired from a job she held for 20 years. She undergoes supportive
psychotherapy. Nine months later she is seen by her physician, but
none of her symptoms have resolved. During this time, she has found
another job that is similar to her first position in duties and salary. What
answers 2023 rated A+ Updated 2023-2024
52-year-old man presents to his primary care physician after the death
of his wife from breast cancer 2 months ago. He complains of
depression, inconsolable sadness, frequent crying, and inability to focus
on his work and usual activities. Which treatment would be most
helpful for him? - correct answers Supportive psychotherapy
Which medication is most appropriate for the treatment of persistent
depressive disorder (dysthymia)? - correct answers Sertraline
(Zoloft)
35-year-old man is brought to a psychiatrist's office by his wife. He had
previously suffered a major depressive episode 2 years prior and ceased
medications 6 months ago. More recently, the patient had been
working many overtime hours for several weeks to complete a project
at work, and has slept much less than normal without apparent ill
effect. When the project was completed, the patient continued to sleep
little, and shifted his activities to socializing and drinking with his work
colleagues - correct answers Bipolar disorder
30-year-old man presents to your office complaining of being "down"
the last month. He has been suffering from difficulty falling and staying
asleep, severe fatigue, guilt, poor appetite, and thoughts of wanting to
take his life. He does not ever recall feeling this bad. He has stopped
talking with his friend and has no interest in doing anything. You
believe he is suffering from a major depressive disorder. In order to
, Mood Disorders Case Questions and
answers 2023 rated A+ Updated 2023-2024
diagnose this, which symptom must be present? - correct answers
Anhedonia
22-year-old woman is referred to your office by her family physician for
evaluation of depression. Her primary care doctor is unsure whether
she is suffering from persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) or a
major depressive disorder. Which characteristic is more consistent with
persistent depressive disorder than major depression? - correct
answers Symptoms of are low intensity
Which side effect is common to SSRIs and is likely to be experienced by
patients on "long-term" therapy? - correct answers Sexual
dysfunction (anorgasmia, erectile dysfunction)
Which medication would be the best choice for mood stabilization of
nonpsychotic mania in a 10-year-old boy? - correct answers
Divalproex sodium (valproic acid, Depakote)
Lithium (Eskalith)
Adjustment disorder is diagnosed in a 45-year-old woman who was
fired from a job she held for 20 years. She undergoes supportive
psychotherapy. Nine months later she is seen by her physician, but
none of her symptoms have resolved. During this time, she has found
another job that is similar to her first position in duties and salary. What
