Depression
A common symptom of MDD that means no longer enjoying activities
What is anhedonia?
Persistent, excessive worry for 6+ months
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
An example of an SSRI used to treat depression
What is fluoxetine (Prozac)?
The first step when assessing suicide risk
What is ask directly about suicidal thoughts?
Medication that reverses opioid overdose
What is naloxone (Narcan)?
Number of DSM-5 symptoms needed to diagnose MDD
What is 5 symptoms over 2 weeks?
Sudden, intense fear with chest pain and shortness of breath
What is a panic attack?
Dangerous effect of benzodiazepines at high doses
What is respiratory depression?
What to do when a patient is having a panic attack
What is stay with them, use clear, calm communication?
CIWA scale is used to monitor withdrawal from this substance
What is alcohol?
Term for depression with physical complaints but no visible sadness
What is masked depression?
Physical symptoms common across anxiety disorders
What are muscle tension, GI upset, chest tightness?
Foods that interact with MAOIs
What are aged cheese, wine, processed meats?
How to help a depressed patient maintain hygiene
What is encourage ADLs and provide structure?
Long-term medication for opioid use disorder
What is methadone?
A difference in how depression may present in children
What is irritability or poor school performance?
Repetitive behaviors in response to intrusive thoughts
What are compulsions in OCD?
Common anticholinergic side effects of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
What is dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention?
Teaching journaling or thought logs is an example of this
What is a cognitive-behavioral strategy?
Two symptoms of opioid withdrawal
What are yawning, sweating, body aches, goosebumps?
This core symptom must be present for MDD diagnosis
What is depressed mood or anhedonia?
Main difference between phobia and social anxiety
What is fear of object/situation vs. social embarrassment?
What makes SNRIs different from SSRIs
What is SNRIs also increase norepinephrine?
Therapeutic technique to help identify anxiety triggers
What is trigger tracking with journaling or reflection?
Patient education for Chantix
What is may cause vivid dreams, monitor mood, take after eating?