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Psychotropic Medications 101 Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is the major role of the neurologist after a diagnosis of psychogenic nonepileptic events?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A 66-year-old woman is seen in clinic for a new diagnosis of epilepsy; she has recurrent partial seizures attributed to a left hemispheric stroke. She has atrial fibrillation (on warfarin), osteoporosis, and a history of kidney stones. Phenytoin caused a rash. Which of the following is the most appropriate antiepileptic medication for this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 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.