PBSI 306 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!
Which of the following is true about the neurotransmitters involved in schizophrenia? -
ANSWER Name:
Excess dopamine activity in the mesolimbic pathway and unusually low dopamine
activity in the prefrontal area play a role in schizophrenia.
Tabitha believes that an alien being is growing inside of her. Tabitha is most likely
experiencing a(n)_____ hallucination. - ANSWER Somatic
People with _____ may believe that the comments of a local politician at a rally are
directed at them. - ANSWER delusions of reference
Which of the following is NOT one of the categories of symptoms of schizophrenia? -
ANSWER Behavioral deficits
Jamal believes that he is being followed but shows no other psychotic symptoms. Other
than his delusion, he does not act oddly or have difficulty functioning. He is most likely to
be diagnosed with - ANSWER Delusional disorder
Which of the following is a positive symptom of schizophrenia? - ANSWER Catatonic
behavior
Julia suddenly experienced delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized speech but
these symptoms lasted for only 3 days. She is most likely to be diagnosed with _____ -
ANSWER brief psychotic disorder
A common side effect of neuroleptics that consists of involuntary movements of the
tongue, mouth, or jaw is _____. - ANSWER tardive dyskinesia
, Fred believes that the FBI is intercepting his text messages from God, and they are
trying to entrap him because he is the chosen one. Most likely, Fred is experiencing a
_____. - ANSWER persecutory delusion
Based on current research, which statement is most justified? - ANSWER Genetics
increase a person's vulnerability to develop schizophrenia.
Enlarged brain ventricles - ANSWER suggest that there has been a loss of brain tissue.
first generation antipsychotics - ANSWER work by blocking dopamine receptors and
work best for positive symptoms.
The individual with avoidant personality disorder is unlikely to develop lasting
relationships as a result of his or her - ANSWER fear of rejection
Jessica, a 30-year-old art teacher, has difficulty getting along with her coworkers. They
complain that she is overly dramatic, somewhat flamboyant, and tends to express her
emotions in an exaggerated fashion. Behind her back they say that she desires constant
attention from others. Jessica might meet the criteria for which personality disorder? -
ANSWER histrionic personality disorder
Studies show that people with borderline personality disorder have greater activation of
the _____, which may contribute to the difficulty they have in regulating their moods. -
ANSWER Amygdala
Greg has been diagnosed with schizoid personality disorder. Knowing this, which of the
following jobs would he be most likely to enjoy?
Correct! - ANSWER Night-time security guard who works alone
John has a great need for order and perfectionism. He can't leave the house until every
hair is in place, and he has been known to iron the same shirt over and over to ensure
that he is wrinkle-free. What personality disorder does John's behavior suggest? -
ANSWER Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
Which of the following is true about the neurotransmitters involved in schizophrenia? -
ANSWER Name:
Excess dopamine activity in the mesolimbic pathway and unusually low dopamine
activity in the prefrontal area play a role in schizophrenia.
Tabitha believes that an alien being is growing inside of her. Tabitha is most likely
experiencing a(n)_____ hallucination. - ANSWER Somatic
People with _____ may believe that the comments of a local politician at a rally are
directed at them. - ANSWER delusions of reference
Which of the following is NOT one of the categories of symptoms of schizophrenia? -
ANSWER Behavioral deficits
Jamal believes that he is being followed but shows no other psychotic symptoms. Other
than his delusion, he does not act oddly or have difficulty functioning. He is most likely to
be diagnosed with - ANSWER Delusional disorder
Which of the following is a positive symptom of schizophrenia? - ANSWER Catatonic
behavior
Julia suddenly experienced delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized speech but
these symptoms lasted for only 3 days. She is most likely to be diagnosed with _____ -
ANSWER brief psychotic disorder
A common side effect of neuroleptics that consists of involuntary movements of the
tongue, mouth, or jaw is _____. - ANSWER tardive dyskinesia
, Fred believes that the FBI is intercepting his text messages from God, and they are
trying to entrap him because he is the chosen one. Most likely, Fred is experiencing a
_____. - ANSWER persecutory delusion
Based on current research, which statement is most justified? - ANSWER Genetics
increase a person's vulnerability to develop schizophrenia.
Enlarged brain ventricles - ANSWER suggest that there has been a loss of brain tissue.
first generation antipsychotics - ANSWER work by blocking dopamine receptors and
work best for positive symptoms.
The individual with avoidant personality disorder is unlikely to develop lasting
relationships as a result of his or her - ANSWER fear of rejection
Jessica, a 30-year-old art teacher, has difficulty getting along with her coworkers. They
complain that she is overly dramatic, somewhat flamboyant, and tends to express her
emotions in an exaggerated fashion. Behind her back they say that she desires constant
attention from others. Jessica might meet the criteria for which personality disorder? -
ANSWER histrionic personality disorder
Studies show that people with borderline personality disorder have greater activation of
the _____, which may contribute to the difficulty they have in regulating their moods. -
ANSWER Amygdala
Greg has been diagnosed with schizoid personality disorder. Knowing this, which of the
following jobs would he be most likely to enjoy?
Correct! - ANSWER Night-time security guard who works alone
John has a great need for order and perfectionism. He can't leave the house until every
hair is in place, and he has been known to iron the same shirt over and over to ensure
that he is wrinkle-free. What personality disorder does John's behavior suggest? -
ANSWER Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
