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Characterized by one or more episodes of mania and
one or more depression episodes. It is the most
Bipolar I disorder
severe type of bipolar disorder and is typically treated
with antipsychotics.
Characterized by one or more episodes of hypomania
Bipolar II disorder and one or more depression episodes. It is less severe
than bipolar I disorder.
Include valproate and carbamazepine (Tegretol),
used to treat bipolar disorder. Valproate may lead to
hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, thrombocytopenia,
Antiepileptic medications
teratogenesis, and weight gain. Carbamazepine may
cause blood dyscrasias, teratogenesis,
hyperosmolarity, skin disorders, and CNS side effects.
Therapeutic range is 0.8 - 1.2 mEq/L. Below range (0.8)
may lead to manic behaviors, within range (0.8-1.2) is
Lithium levels
therapeutic, and above range (1.2) indicates lithium
toxicity.
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Indicated for major depressive disorder, schizophrenia
spectrum disorders, and acute manic episodes.
Electroconvulsive therapy Contraindications include cardiovascular diseases,
(ECT) cerebrovascular disorders, and seizures.
Complications may include memory loss, confusion,
cardiovascular changes, and reactions to anesthesia.
Foods to avoid include cured or smoked meats, aged
MAOIs or fermented cheeses, aged or cured fish, fermented
or pickled foods, beer, and red wine.
Provides electrical stimulation through a device
surgically implanted under the skin of the client's
Vagus nerve stimulation chest, often used for major depressive disorder,
(VNS) anxiety, obesity, and pain. Complications may include
voice changes, hoarseness, throat or neck pain,
cough, and dyspnea.
Refers to the inner emotional response to loss, while
mourning includes the outward display of loss. Types
of loss include necessary, actual, perceived,
Grief
maturational, and situational. Theories of grief include
Kubler-Ross's 5 stages, Bowlby's 4 stages, Engel's 5
stages, and Worden's 4 tasks.
Include anergia, anhedonia, sluggishness, somatic
complaints, and vegetative findings such as changes
Signs of depression
in eating patterns, bowel habits, sleep disturbances,
and interest in sexual activity.
Include SSRIs, TCAs, SNRIs, MAOIs, and atypical
antidepressants. SSRIs are the leading treatment for
Antidepressants
depression, while TCAs and SNRIs have their own
specific side effects and interactions.
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knowledge on Bipolar Disorder and Depression
with our comprehensive guide
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Terms in this set (25)
Characterized by one or more episodes of mania and
one or more depression episodes. It is the most
Bipolar I disorder
severe type of bipolar disorder and is typically treated
with antipsychotics.
Characterized by one or more episodes of hypomania
Bipolar II disorder and one or more depression episodes. It is less severe
than bipolar I disorder.
Include valproate and carbamazepine (Tegretol),
used to treat bipolar disorder. Valproate may lead to
hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, thrombocytopenia,
Antiepileptic medications
teratogenesis, and weight gain. Carbamazepine may
cause blood dyscrasias, teratogenesis,
hyperosmolarity, skin disorders, and CNS side effects.
Therapeutic range is 0.8 - 1.2 mEq/L. Below range (0.8)
may lead to manic behaviors, within range (0.8-1.2) is
Lithium levels
therapeutic, and above range (1.2) indicates lithium
toxicity.
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Indicated for major depressive disorder, schizophrenia
spectrum disorders, and acute manic episodes.
Electroconvulsive therapy Contraindications include cardiovascular diseases,
(ECT) cerebrovascular disorders, and seizures.
Complications may include memory loss, confusion,
cardiovascular changes, and reactions to anesthesia.
Foods to avoid include cured or smoked meats, aged
MAOIs or fermented cheeses, aged or cured fish, fermented
or pickled foods, beer, and red wine.
Provides electrical stimulation through a device
surgically implanted under the skin of the client's
Vagus nerve stimulation chest, often used for major depressive disorder,
(VNS) anxiety, obesity, and pain. Complications may include
voice changes, hoarseness, throat or neck pain,
cough, and dyspnea.
Refers to the inner emotional response to loss, while
mourning includes the outward display of loss. Types
of loss include necessary, actual, perceived,
Grief
maturational, and situational. Theories of grief include
Kubler-Ross's 5 stages, Bowlby's 4 stages, Engel's 5
stages, and Worden's 4 tasks.
Include anergia, anhedonia, sluggishness, somatic
complaints, and vegetative findings such as changes
Signs of depression
in eating patterns, bowel habits, sleep disturbances,
and interest in sexual activity.
Include SSRIs, TCAs, SNRIs, MAOIs, and atypical
antidepressants. SSRIs are the leading treatment for
Antidepressants
depression, while TCAs and SNRIs have their own
specific side effects and interactions.
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