Anxiety Disorders
A sudden, abrupt episode of intense fear or discomfort is called what?
Panic Attack
What medication is used for opioid intoxication or overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan) - Effects act within 2 minutes
What is the strongest risk factor for Bipolar I disorder?
Family history (Mother, Father, Sibling) 10 times more likely to also have Bipolar Disorder
Methadone is used to treat what disorder?
Opioid use disorder
How many words does the Spanish national anthem, The "Marcha Real" have?
Zero. It's one of four countries including Bosnia, Kosovo, and San Marino to have no words in their national anthem.
True or False: The average age of onset of Panic disorder is mid 30s?
False: early to mid 20s
What medication can be used for the treatment of Alcohol Dependence?
Disulfiram (Antabuse) - It inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase (enzyme needed to metabolize alcohol), leading to increased acetaldehyde when you drink alcohol it causes uncomfortable symptoms (hyperventilation, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, & headache)
Define Persistent Depressive Disorder or Dysthymia.
Chronic depressed mood for at least 2 years in adults (at least 1 year in children/adolescents). You are not symptom free for more than 2 months at a time.
Olanzapine has the highest incidence of what adverse effect?
Weight gain and Diabetes.
The largest single-dish radio telescope in the world is located where?
Puerto Rico. It's the Radiotelescopio de Arecibo
True or False: Symptoms only need to last at least 2 weeks in order to be diagnosed with PTSD.
False. Symptoms must persist past at least 1 month of the traumatic event.
A condition that leads to repeated and severe bouts of vomiting due to daily long-term users of marijuana.
What is PMDD or Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder?
Severe PMS that causes functional impairment where anger, irritability, & internal tension are prominent.
Symptoms occur 1-2 weeks before menses and are relieved within 2-3 days of the onset of menses.
Name the only FDA approved medication for Bulimia nervosa.
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
What is the only planet in our solar system that spins clockwise?
Venus
Name any 3 symptoms of a panic attack.
Dizziness, Trembling, Choking Feeling, Paresthesias, Sweating, Shortness of Breath, Chest Pain, Chills/Temperature Changes, Fear of Losing Control, Fear of Dying, Palpitations/Increased Heart Rate, Nausea/Abdominal Distress, Depersonalization
What is Delirium tremens?
Severe form of alcohol withdrawal that begins 2-5 days after last drink.
Shaking, confusion, high blood pressure, fever, and hallucinations are some symptoms. Can be life threatening.
What is a healthy BMI?
18.5-24.9 kg/m2
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) can be used to treat depression and what other problem?
Neuropathic pain (Nerve pain, eg. shooting/burning pain)
What condiment was once prescribed for indigestion?
Ketchup back in 1834.
Name a first line medication used for Generalized Anxiety Disorder
SSRIs: Fluoxetine (Prozac), Paroxetine (Paxil), Escitalopram (Lexapro), Sertraline (Zoloft)
Thiamine/Vitamin B1 deficiency.
It is due to chronic alcohol abuse . The symptoms include: Confusion, loss of muscle coordination, and trouble with your vision.
What is the difference between binge eating and bulimia nervose?
Binge-eating is not associated with compensatory behaviors.
Name a common adverse side effect of SSRIs: Fluoxetine (Prozac), Paroxetine (Paxil), Escitalopram (Lexapro), Sertraline (Zoloft), Citalopram (Celexa)
Gastrointestinal (nausea/diarrhea) & Sexual dysfunction (decreased libido)
On average, how many times does our heart beat in a day?
100,000 times a day.
About 30 million times a year.