Anxiety
What is the most severe level of anxiety?
Panic Anxiety
How long must symptoms persist for a Major Depressive Disorder diagnosis?
At least 2 weeks
What are two examples of positive symptoms of schizophrenia?
Hallucinations & delusions
What class of medications takes 4 weeks to show full effects?
SSRIs
What is the difference between PTSD and Acute Stress Disorder?
PTSD lasts more than 1 month, Acute Stress Disorder is less than 1 month
What are two key interventions for severe anxiety?
Stay with the patient & reduce stimulation
What is a key risk associated with MAOI medications?
Hypertensive crisis
What phase of schizophrenia includes social withdrawal & early signs?
Prodromal Phase
What are early signs of lithium toxicity?
Nausea, vomiting, tremors
What does “TRAUMA” stand for in PTSD symptoms
Traumatic event, Re-experiencing, Avoidance, Unable to function, Month-long symptoms, Arousal
What is the difference between fear and anxiety?
Fear is an immediate reaction to a real threat, anxiety is apprehension about a perceived threat.
What is the therapeutic range for Lithium?
0.6-1.2 mEq/L
What is the primary goal during the stabilization phase?
Reduce positive symptoms with medication
What is the black box warning for antidepressants?
Increased risk of suicide in young adults
What are depersonalization and derealization?
Depersonalization = feeling detached from self, Derealization = feeling the world is unreal
What disorder is characterized by sudden, unexpected panic attacks?
Panic Disorder
Name three symptoms of a manic episode.
Euphoria, impulsivity, decreased need for sleep
Name a 1st-generation antipsychotic
Haloperidol
What is a serious side effect of Clozapine?
Agranulocytosis (low white blood cell count)
What is Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?
A disorder where a person develops multiple personalities to cope with trauma
What medication class is used for long-term treatment of anxiety
SSRIs & SNRIs
What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient in a manic state?
Ensure safety & reduce stimulation
What is the difference between positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia?
Positive = added (hallucinations), Negative = missing (flat affect, social withdrawal)
What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)?
A life-threatening reaction to antipsychotics (high fever, muscle rigidity, altered mental status)
What is the primary treatment for PTSD?
Psychotherapy (CBT, trauma-focused therapy)