PA - PSYCHIATRY QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED AND
100% ACCURATE ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
Which statement about naltrexone (Vivitrol) is correct? - (ANSWER)Naltrexone does not cause physical
dependence
The brand name for desvenlafaxine is: - (ANSWER)Pristiq
For the initial treatment of alcohol dependency, naltrexone (vivitrol) should be continued for at least: -
(ANSWER)3 months after cessation of drinking
The generic name for Ambien to treat insomnia is: - (ANSWER)Zolpidem
First-generation antipychotics, such as haloperidol (Haldol), reduce dopaminergic neurotransmission by
blocking: - (ANSWER)dopamine D2 receptors
Venlafaxine (Effexor), a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), is approved for the treatment of: -
(ANSWER)generalized anxiety disorder
Symptoms of Sundown syndrome may include: - (ANSWER)cyclic alternating periods of coherence with
periods of confusion
When obtaining information from an adolescent who has likely been sexually abused, the most
appropriate action initially is to: - (ANSWER)ask open-ended questions
It is imperative to assess for suicidality and bipolar disorder in patients suspected of experiencing: -
(ANSWER)depression
Which of the following is NOT a symptom associated with the formal diagnosis of attention-deficit
hyperactivity disorder in a child? - (ANSWER)Exhibiting symptoms of insomnia, restless sleep, and
occasional noctambulism
, PA - PSYCHIATRY QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED AND
100% ACCURATE ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
The personality disorder characterized by symptoms of instability with self-image, affect, and marked
impulsivity is: - (ANSWER)borderline
A 25 y/o with the mental age of a toddler, who exhibits limited language skills and can be trained in very
basic activities of daily living, such as dressing, hygiene and feeding, would be classified as: -
(ANSWER)severely mentally retarded
A flat affect can be identifiable finding in an older adult who has: - (ANSWER)depression
A serious disturbance in a person's mental abilities that results in a decreased awareness of one's
environment and confused thinking is referred to as: - (ANSWER)delirium
What geriatric condition is characterized by reduction in physical or mental capacity sufficient to
interfere with managing day to day tasks? - (ANSWER)Functional impairment
Which of the following symptoms would be consistent with ADHD? - (ANSWER)Child unable to sit still in
the desk and often blurts out the answer before the teacher finishes asking the question.
During which part of the routine office visit should a person be asked questions related to physical or
sexual abuse? - (ANSWER)During the physical exam, when others are asked to leave the room.
A mental health condition characterized by over the top behavior such as emotional outbursts, noisy
displays of temper, compulsive attention seeking and self centered actions is: - (ANSWER)histrionic
The goal of palliative care is to: - (ANSWER)relieve suffering and improve quality of life
Which one of the following statements is true of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy? - (ANSWER)Under
the supervision of adults other than the abuser, the patient does not exhibit symptoms.
Which behavior is NOT an observation of a patients affect? - (ANSWER)Dysphoric mood
100% ACCURATE ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
Which statement about naltrexone (Vivitrol) is correct? - (ANSWER)Naltrexone does not cause physical
dependence
The brand name for desvenlafaxine is: - (ANSWER)Pristiq
For the initial treatment of alcohol dependency, naltrexone (vivitrol) should be continued for at least: -
(ANSWER)3 months after cessation of drinking
The generic name for Ambien to treat insomnia is: - (ANSWER)Zolpidem
First-generation antipychotics, such as haloperidol (Haldol), reduce dopaminergic neurotransmission by
blocking: - (ANSWER)dopamine D2 receptors
Venlafaxine (Effexor), a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), is approved for the treatment of: -
(ANSWER)generalized anxiety disorder
Symptoms of Sundown syndrome may include: - (ANSWER)cyclic alternating periods of coherence with
periods of confusion
When obtaining information from an adolescent who has likely been sexually abused, the most
appropriate action initially is to: - (ANSWER)ask open-ended questions
It is imperative to assess for suicidality and bipolar disorder in patients suspected of experiencing: -
(ANSWER)depression
Which of the following is NOT a symptom associated with the formal diagnosis of attention-deficit
hyperactivity disorder in a child? - (ANSWER)Exhibiting symptoms of insomnia, restless sleep, and
occasional noctambulism
, PA - PSYCHIATRY QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED AND
100% ACCURATE ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
The personality disorder characterized by symptoms of instability with self-image, affect, and marked
impulsivity is: - (ANSWER)borderline
A 25 y/o with the mental age of a toddler, who exhibits limited language skills and can be trained in very
basic activities of daily living, such as dressing, hygiene and feeding, would be classified as: -
(ANSWER)severely mentally retarded
A flat affect can be identifiable finding in an older adult who has: - (ANSWER)depression
A serious disturbance in a person's mental abilities that results in a decreased awareness of one's
environment and confused thinking is referred to as: - (ANSWER)delirium
What geriatric condition is characterized by reduction in physical or mental capacity sufficient to
interfere with managing day to day tasks? - (ANSWER)Functional impairment
Which of the following symptoms would be consistent with ADHD? - (ANSWER)Child unable to sit still in
the desk and often blurts out the answer before the teacher finishes asking the question.
During which part of the routine office visit should a person be asked questions related to physical or
sexual abuse? - (ANSWER)During the physical exam, when others are asked to leave the room.
A mental health condition characterized by over the top behavior such as emotional outbursts, noisy
displays of temper, compulsive attention seeking and self centered actions is: - (ANSWER)histrionic
The goal of palliative care is to: - (ANSWER)relieve suffering and improve quality of life
Which one of the following statements is true of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy? - (ANSWER)Under
the supervision of adults other than the abuser, the patient does not exhibit symptoms.
Which behavior is NOT an observation of a patients affect? - (ANSWER)Dysphoric mood
