,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following medications is
considered first-line treatment for a patient with newly diagnosed
schizophrenia?
a) Lorazepam
b) Risperidone
c) Fluoxetine
d) Lithium
Correct Answer: b) Risperidone
Rationale: Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic that is
commonly used as a first-line treatment for schizophrenia due to its
efficacy in managing both positive and negative symptoms of the
disorder.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The therapeutic range of lithium for the
maintenance treatment of bipolar disorder is _______ mEq/L.
Correct Answer: 0.6-1.2
Rationale: The therapeutic range for lithium is typically between
0.6-1.2 mEq/L for the maintenance treatment of bipolar disorder,
as this range balances efficacy with a reduced risk of toxicity.
, Correct Answer: False
Rationale: MAOIs are not typically considered the safest class of
antidepressants for elderly patients due to their potential for severe
side effects and interactions with certain foods and medications.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are potential side effects of clozapine?
a) Agranulocytosis
b) Weight gain
c) Hypertension
d) Myocarditis
Correct Answers: a) Agranulocytosis, b) Weight gain, d)
Myocarditis
Rationale: Clozapine can cause agranulocytosis, weight gain, and
myocarditis as potential side effects, which necessitates regular
monitoring of patients on this medication.
5. Multiple Choice: A patient with a history of depression and
chronic pain is most likely to benefit from which of the following
antidepressants?
a) Sertraline
b) Amitriptyline
c) Bupropion
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