ROSH – Psych Exam Questions with 100% Verified Correct Answers

ROSH – Psych Exam Questions with 100% Verified Correct Answers A 29-year-old woman presents to the psychiatric clinic for a "lifetime" of intense anxiety not relieved by 12-weeks on fluoxetine. She reports low self-esteem, feeling "very uneasy" in social situations, and says she wishes she could make friends but worries that she'll say something "dumb" to people. Which of the following personality disorders does she most likely have? A. Antisocial personality disorder B. Avoidant personality disorder C. Dependent personality disorder D. Paranoid personality disorder - Correct Answer B. Avoidant personality disorder Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by this patient's symptoms of low self-esteem and desire for relationships which remains fruitless due to persistent fear of rejection. A 38-year-old man presents to the office, reporting difficulty sleeping, with nightmares and anxiety for the past 2 months that have gotten more frequent. He returned from an overseas tour with the military 3 months ago. He also reports having flashbacks of his time in combat, especially when recalling his time there. The patient is alert and oriented but appears slightly withdrawn. A physical exam is unremarkable. Which of the following is the most appropriate pharmacotherapy for this patient in addition to immediate psychotherapy? A. Buspirone B. Clonidine C. Paroxetine D. Temazepam E. Trazodone - Correct Answer C. Paroxetine PTSD