Nr 326 - Exam 2 Questions With All Correct Detailed Answers

Etiology of Alzheimer's Disease {Ans: - acetylcholine alterations - plaques and tangles - head injuries - genetic}Light Therapy {Ans: a first-line treatment for winter "blues" and as an adjunct in chronic major depressive disorder or dysthymia with seasonal exacerbations}Schizophrenia: Components {Ans: - delusions - hallucinations - disorganized thinking - abnormal motor behavior - negative symptoms}Schizophreniform Disorder {Ans: schizophrenic symptoms that last for at least 1 month but less than 6 months. Good prognosis.}Extrapyramidal Symptoms {Ans: - continuous muscle spasms and contractions - treat with anticholinergics}Bipolar Biochemical {Ans: imbalance between amines and acetylcholine}Negative Symptoms {Ans: reflect diminished normal functions (Occurs outside) affect-bland}Bipolar Epidemiology {Ans: - occurs equally in men and women - age of onset is early 20's - more common in unmarried than married persons - occurs more frequently in higher socioeconomic classes}Residual Phase {Ans: Schizophrenia is characterized by periods of remission and exacerbation}Severe Depression {Ans: symptoms intensified from moderate depression}Anergia {Ans: lack of energy}Cycle of Battling {Ans: - tension building - acute battering incident - honeymoon phase}Suicide Precaution {Ans: - provide safety from suicidal actions - maintain appropriate level of suicide precaution}Acute Phase: Management {Ans: