How can gastrointestinal changes, including nausea, vomiting
and diarrhea impact lithium?
a) Can lead to decreased fluid volume and increased lithium
levels
b) Have no effect on lithium levels
c) Can increase fluid volume, leading to decreased lithium levels
d) Can lead to increased fluid volume and decreased lithium
levels Correct Answers a) Can lead to decreased fluid volume
and increased lithium levels
How do the symptoms of major depressive disorder affect an
individual's life?
a) Symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment
in social, occupational, or other areas of life
b) Symptoms may cause distress but not impairment
c) Symptoms may cause impairment but not distress
d) Symptoms have no impact on social, occupational, or other
important areas of life Correct Answers a) Symptoms cause
clinically significant distress or impairment in social,
occupational, or other areas of life
How does asking about suicide or self-harm thoughts contribute
to the therapeutic relationship?
a) It is unnecessary to discuss such sensitive topics during an
assessment
b) It minimizes feelings of shame, guilt, and stigma, promoting
open communication
c) It creates a confrontational atmosphere
,d) Avoiding the topic preserves the client's emotional well-being
Correct Answers b) It minimizes feelings of shame, guilt, and
stigma, promoting open communication
How does psychoeducation contribute to collaboration with the
treatment team?
a) By prescribing medication
b) By conducting group therapy sessions
c) By identifying early warning signs of relapse and developing
coping plans
d) By offering relaxation techniques Correct Answers c) By
identifying early warning signs of relapse and developing coping
plans
How is appearance characterized in mania?
a) Unkempt with poor hygiene
b) Wearing dull and muted colours with minimal makeup
c) Bright clothes and makeup
d) Well-groomed with neutral attire Correct Answers c) Bright
clothes and makeup
How long can it typically take for antidepressants to relieve
symptoms?
a) 1 to 4 days
b) 1 to 4 weeks
c) 1 to 4 months
d) 1 to 4 hours Correct Answers b) 1 to 4 weeks
How long does it typically take for tricyclic antidepressants to
reach their full therapeutic effect?
a) 1-2 weeks
, b) 2-4 weeks
c) 4-8 weeks
d) 6-8 weeks Correct Answers c) 4-8 weeks
In dialectical behaviour therapy, what does the individual
therapy component primarily focus on?
a) Problem-solving
b) Identifying automatic thoughts
c) Validation
d) Behavioral activation Correct Answers c) Validation
In the context of severe depression, what is highlighted as the
most effective treatment?
a) Electroconvulsive therapy
b) Psychotherapy
c) Pharmacotherapy
d) Biological interventions Correct Answers a)
Electroconvulsive therapy
In the context of tricyclic antidepressant overdose, what
manifestations may be observed?
a) Central nervous and cardio vascular system abnormality
b) Respiratory distress and gastrointestinal bleeding
c) Kidney failure and metabolic acidosis
d) Peripheral neuropathy and dermatological issues Correct
Answers a) Central nervous and cardio vascular system
abnormality
In what context are Benzodiazepines like Lorazepam and
Clonazepam typically used?
a) Long-term treatment for mood disorders