Update ) Advanced
Psychopharmacology | Test Guide
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Question:
Which of the following is NOT a component of informed consent?
Answer:
Providing information about alternative providers in the area.
Question:
Which of the following medications may worsen tics?
Answer:
Methylphenidate Correct
,Question:
Which of the following statements about bupropion is TRUE?
Answer:
Bupropion may help with symptoms of attention and focus in patients with
ADHD.
Question:
Which of the following statements is TRUE about teratogenicity in
pregnancy?
Answer:
The greatest risk of teratogenicity often occurs before a patient is aware that
they are pregnant.
Question:
Which of the following statements is about anticonvulsant use in pregnancy
is true?
Select one:
Answer:
As a class, anticonvulsants carry the highest risk of major congenital
malformations.
,Question:
When prescribing for preschool-aged children, which of the following
statements is TRUE?
Answer:
The correct answer is: Behavioral and psychotherapeutic interventions are
first-line treatment for all psychiatric disorders in preschool-aged children.
Question:
Which of the following statements is FALSE when considering psychotropic
medication in children and adolescents?
Answer:
Escitalopram has been shown to be ineffective in the treatment of depression.
Question:
Which of the following statements about complementary treatments is
FALSE?
Select one:
Answer:
The correct answer is: St. John's Wort is recommended as an adjunct
medication to SSRIs.
, Question:
Which of the following statements is true about psychotropic use during
lactation?
Answer:
The postpartum period is considered a vulnerable time for onset, relapse and
recurrence of mental disorders
Question:
Which of the following statements about antipsychotic use in pregnancy is
TRUE?
Answer:
Atypical antipsychotic use in pregnancy does not appear to be associated with
major congenital malformations
Question:
Which of the following statements about preventing and recognizing
prescription drug misuse is TRUE?
Answer:
Patients with active substance use should not be prescribed controlled
substances.