NR-547
Differential Diagnosis in PMH
across the Practicum
COMPLETE MIDTERM EXAM
REVIEW
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common
symptom of Major Depressive Disorder according to the DSM-5?
a) Depressed mood
b) Increased appetite
c) Fatigue
d) Feelings of worthlessness
Correct Answer: b) Increased appetite
Rationale: Increased appetite is more commonly associated with
atypical depression, not Major Depressive Disorder.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The primary neurotransmitter implicated in
the pathophysiology of anxiety disorders is __________.
Correct Answer: GABA
Rationale: Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) is the main
inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain and plays a key role in
anxiety regulation.
3. True/False: Bipolar I Disorder is characterized by at least one
episode of mania and one episode of major depression.
Correct Answer: True
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, Rationale: Bipolar I Disorder diagnosis requires at least one
manic episode, with or without a major depressive episode.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
factors should be considered when formulating a differential
diagnosis?
a) Patient's medical history
b) Patient's family history
c) Cultural background
d) Current medication
Correct Answers: a), b), c), and d)
Rationale: All listed factors are crucial in formulating a
comprehensive differential diagnosis.
5. Fill-in-the-Blank: The term "__________" is used to describe a
false belief that is firmly held despite clear contradictory evidence.
Correct Answer: Delusion
Rationale: A delusion is a core symptom of psychotic disorders
and is a false belief firmly held.
6. True/False: Schizophrenia can be diagnosed after one month of
exhibiting characteristic symptoms.
Correct Answer: False
©CU 2024/2025
Differential Diagnosis in PMH
across the Practicum
COMPLETE MIDTERM EXAM
REVIEW
©CU 2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common
symptom of Major Depressive Disorder according to the DSM-5?
a) Depressed mood
b) Increased appetite
c) Fatigue
d) Feelings of worthlessness
Correct Answer: b) Increased appetite
Rationale: Increased appetite is more commonly associated with
atypical depression, not Major Depressive Disorder.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The primary neurotransmitter implicated in
the pathophysiology of anxiety disorders is __________.
Correct Answer: GABA
Rationale: Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) is the main
inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain and plays a key role in
anxiety regulation.
3. True/False: Bipolar I Disorder is characterized by at least one
episode of mania and one episode of major depression.
Correct Answer: True
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, Rationale: Bipolar I Disorder diagnosis requires at least one
manic episode, with or without a major depressive episode.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
factors should be considered when formulating a differential
diagnosis?
a) Patient's medical history
b) Patient's family history
c) Cultural background
d) Current medication
Correct Answers: a), b), c), and d)
Rationale: All listed factors are crucial in formulating a
comprehensive differential diagnosis.
5. Fill-in-the-Blank: The term "__________" is used to describe a
false belief that is firmly held despite clear contradictory evidence.
Correct Answer: Delusion
Rationale: A delusion is a core symptom of psychotic disorders
and is a false belief firmly held.
6. True/False: Schizophrenia can be diagnosed after one month of
exhibiting characteristic symptoms.
Correct Answer: False
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