NR-607
Diagnosis & Management in
PMH III Practicum
COMPLETE MIDTERM EXAM
REVIEW
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which antipsychotic medication is considered
first-line treatment for a pediatric patient with early-onset
schizophrenia?
a) Risperidone
b) Clozapine
c) Olanzapine
d) Quetiapine
Correct Answer: a) Risperidone
Rationale: Risperidone is approved for the treatment of
schizophrenia in adolescents aged 13-17 years and is often used as
a first-line medication due to its balance of efficacy and tolerability.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The therapeutic approach that combines
cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques and is particularly
effective in treating borderline personality disorder in adolescents is
called ____________ therapy.
Correct Answer: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Rationale: DBT is designed to help people change patterns of
behavior that are not helpful, such as self-harm, suicidal thinking,
and substance abuse.
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, 3. True/False: It is safe to prescribe SSRIs to children under the
age of 12 for the treatment of depression.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: The safety and efficacy of SSRIs in children under 12
have not been established, and there is a risk of increased suicidal
thoughts and actions in this age group.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are common side effects of stimulant medications used to treat
ADHD in children?
a) Decreased appetite
b) Insomnia
c) Sedation
d) Headache
Correct Answers: a) Decreased appetite, b) Insomnia, d)
Headache
Rationale: Stimulant medications commonly cause decreased
appetite and insomnia. Headaches can also occur, especially when
the medication is wearing off. Sedation is not a common side effect
and may indicate an adverse reaction.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common risk factor
for postpartum depression?
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Diagnosis & Management in
PMH III Practicum
COMPLETE MIDTERM EXAM
REVIEW
©CU 2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which antipsychotic medication is considered
first-line treatment for a pediatric patient with early-onset
schizophrenia?
a) Risperidone
b) Clozapine
c) Olanzapine
d) Quetiapine
Correct Answer: a) Risperidone
Rationale: Risperidone is approved for the treatment of
schizophrenia in adolescents aged 13-17 years and is often used as
a first-line medication due to its balance of efficacy and tolerability.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The therapeutic approach that combines
cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques and is particularly
effective in treating borderline personality disorder in adolescents is
called ____________ therapy.
Correct Answer: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Rationale: DBT is designed to help people change patterns of
behavior that are not helpful, such as self-harm, suicidal thinking,
and substance abuse.
©CU 2024/2025
, 3. True/False: It is safe to prescribe SSRIs to children under the
age of 12 for the treatment of depression.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: The safety and efficacy of SSRIs in children under 12
have not been established, and there is a risk of increased suicidal
thoughts and actions in this age group.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are common side effects of stimulant medications used to treat
ADHD in children?
a) Decreased appetite
b) Insomnia
c) Sedation
d) Headache
Correct Answers: a) Decreased appetite, b) Insomnia, d)
Headache
Rationale: Stimulant medications commonly cause decreased
appetite and insomnia. Headaches can also occur, especially when
the medication is wearing off. Sedation is not a common side effect
and may indicate an adverse reaction.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common risk factor
for postpartum depression?
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