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Psychotropic Medications 101 Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The cortical hamartomas of tuberous sclerosis display different MRI characteristics depending on a patient’s age. Which of the following pathophysiologic processes is responsible for this age-related change in the MRI characteristics of these lesions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A 27-year-old woman is seen in clinic for ongoing management of her juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Her seizures have been well controlled on lamotrigine, with no seizures in the past 2 years. She does report some symptoms of depression, as well as anticipatory anxiety regarding the possibility of future seizures. Which of the following options is the best next step in management?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clinical characteristics is associated with an increased risk of suicidal ideation in patients with epilepsy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A mental health nurse bumps into a member of her church, who begins questioning her about a former neighbor. The woman from the church asks the nurse, 'How is Rachael? We have been friends for over 20 years and I have seen her come out of your clinic a few times. Is she seeing one of the psychiatrists?' The nurse's response is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Nurse Janet is aware that the symptoms that distinguish PTSD from anxiety disorders include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.