NR 547 WEEK 5 2024/2025 QUIZ
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (VERIFIED)
100% CORRECT |RATED A+
Hypomania is a _________________, briefer form of mania.
Hypomanic episodes do not tend to lead to major issues with daily
functioning or involve psychotic symptoms. Correct Answer
milder
The diagnosis of bipolar I disorder requires at least one episode
of mania for at least one Correct Answer (1) week (or any
duration if hospitalization due to symptoms is required).
What are the requirements for Bipolar I diagnosis Correct Answer
1 mania episode for at least 1 week or
any hospitalization duration due to symptoms
Bipolar II disorder requirements involves at least one
____________________ episode and at least one current or past
___________________ episode, but no full mixed or manic
episode. Correct Answer one major depressive episode
one current or past hypomanic episode
Bipolar disorder should be ruled out as a cause of depression
before prescribing medication as certain antidepressant
medications can precipitate a manic episode or induce rapid-
cycling bipolar depression Correct Answer True
Non-pharmacological treatment approaches for depression and
bipolar disorder include ___________, ________________, &
_____________ Correct Answer
psychotherapy,
lifestyle changes, and
ECT
,Screening tools such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) are useful in screening
for suicide risk. Correct Answer True
The primary feature of MDD is the occurrence of at least one
episode of major depression lasting at least two weeks. A person
must experience five or more symptoms in two weeks to be
diagnosed with a major depressive episode. Correct Answer
*feeling low most of the day for most days
*decreased interest in activities
*substantial weight loss, significant change in appetite
*fidgeting, random movement (i.e. pacing)
*decreased energy
*sense of guilt or worthlessness
*lack of focus or ability to make decisions
*repeated thoughts of death and suicide
a mood disorder characterized by depressive symptoms that last
longer than two weeks. Correct Answer Depression
Signs and symptoms of depression include Correct Answer
sad or irritable mood
feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or emptiness
diminished interest in activities
significant weight or appetite changes
fatigue, sleep disturbances including difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
or sleeping too much
cognitive changes such as difficulty concentrating, remembering
information, or making decisions
Depressed patients often have decreased neurotransmitter
activity in the prefrontal cortex (PFC) region of the brain. The
prefrontal cortex controls attention, mood, and personality, among
other functions. Correct Answer
, True
Multiple risk factors are associated with major depressive disorder
(MDD) Correct Answer
female gender
older adults with multiple health problems and disabilities
non-white populations
family history of MDD, suicide attempts and completion,
substance abuse
history of abuse/neglect
financial, job loss, divorce, or other life stressors
low socioeconomic status
lack of relationships and support systems
The intensity of symptoms is unmanageable and distressing.
Symptoms interfere with functioning. The number of symptoms is
beyond what is required for diagnosis. Correct Answer Severe
Depression
What percent does mood disorders affect the population Correct
Answer Mood disorders are abnormalities in mood occurring
across a spectrum from depression to mania affecting between
10-20% of the population
Depression is a mood disorder characterized by depressive
symptoms that last longer _____________ weeks Correct Answer
two weeks.
MDD signs/ symptoms (SIGECAPS) Correct Answer
Sleep disturbance (too much too little)
Interest (decreased, anhedonia)
Guilt (feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or emptiness)
Energy (decreased/ Fatigue)
Concentration (deceased)
Appetite (decreased)
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (VERIFIED)
100% CORRECT |RATED A+
Hypomania is a _________________, briefer form of mania.
Hypomanic episodes do not tend to lead to major issues with daily
functioning or involve psychotic symptoms. Correct Answer
milder
The diagnosis of bipolar I disorder requires at least one episode
of mania for at least one Correct Answer (1) week (or any
duration if hospitalization due to symptoms is required).
What are the requirements for Bipolar I diagnosis Correct Answer
1 mania episode for at least 1 week or
any hospitalization duration due to symptoms
Bipolar II disorder requirements involves at least one
____________________ episode and at least one current or past
___________________ episode, but no full mixed or manic
episode. Correct Answer one major depressive episode
one current or past hypomanic episode
Bipolar disorder should be ruled out as a cause of depression
before prescribing medication as certain antidepressant
medications can precipitate a manic episode or induce rapid-
cycling bipolar depression Correct Answer True
Non-pharmacological treatment approaches for depression and
bipolar disorder include ___________, ________________, &
_____________ Correct Answer
psychotherapy,
lifestyle changes, and
ECT
,Screening tools such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) are useful in screening
for suicide risk. Correct Answer True
The primary feature of MDD is the occurrence of at least one
episode of major depression lasting at least two weeks. A person
must experience five or more symptoms in two weeks to be
diagnosed with a major depressive episode. Correct Answer
*feeling low most of the day for most days
*decreased interest in activities
*substantial weight loss, significant change in appetite
*fidgeting, random movement (i.e. pacing)
*decreased energy
*sense of guilt or worthlessness
*lack of focus or ability to make decisions
*repeated thoughts of death and suicide
a mood disorder characterized by depressive symptoms that last
longer than two weeks. Correct Answer Depression
Signs and symptoms of depression include Correct Answer
sad or irritable mood
feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or emptiness
diminished interest in activities
significant weight or appetite changes
fatigue, sleep disturbances including difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
or sleeping too much
cognitive changes such as difficulty concentrating, remembering
information, or making decisions
Depressed patients often have decreased neurotransmitter
activity in the prefrontal cortex (PFC) region of the brain. The
prefrontal cortex controls attention, mood, and personality, among
other functions. Correct Answer
, True
Multiple risk factors are associated with major depressive disorder
(MDD) Correct Answer
female gender
older adults with multiple health problems and disabilities
non-white populations
family history of MDD, suicide attempts and completion,
substance abuse
history of abuse/neglect
financial, job loss, divorce, or other life stressors
low socioeconomic status
lack of relationships and support systems
The intensity of symptoms is unmanageable and distressing.
Symptoms interfere with functioning. The number of symptoms is
beyond what is required for diagnosis. Correct Answer Severe
Depression
What percent does mood disorders affect the population Correct
Answer Mood disorders are abnormalities in mood occurring
across a spectrum from depression to mania affecting between
10-20% of the population
Depression is a mood disorder characterized by depressive
symptoms that last longer _____________ weeks Correct Answer
two weeks.
MDD signs/ symptoms (SIGECAPS) Correct Answer
Sleep disturbance (too much too little)
Interest (decreased, anhedonia)
Guilt (feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or emptiness)
Energy (decreased/ Fatigue)
Concentration (deceased)
Appetite (decreased)
