Question 1

Regarding generalized anxiety disorder (GAD),which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  GAD is rare in older adults.
B)  Comorbidity for major depression and other anxiety disorders is not common.
C)  GAD is considered to be a chronic condition.
D)  GAD is characterized by seasonal cycles. C

Question 2

In considering maintenance treatment for a patient with GAD who is anxious,agitated,and irritable and has sleep problems,which medication(s)might you select?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bupropion (Wellbutrin) 
B)  A dopamine agonist
C)  Paroxetine (Paxil) or sertraline (Zoloft) 
D)  Alprazolam (Xanax)  C

Question 3

Medical disorders that should be considered as differential diagnoses of panic disorder include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  Hyperthyroidism
B)  Hypothyroidism
C)  Mitral valve prolapse
D)  Hyperparathyroidism D

Question 4

Chris,a successful music major,is preparing for his recital next week.He has experienced severe stage fright in the past.Which of the following classes of medication would most likely be recommended?

Accepted Answer

A)  Monoamine oxidase inhibitor
B)  Tricyclic antidepressant
C)  Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
D)  Beta blocker

Question 5

In GAD,which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  GAD is rare in older adults.
B)  Worrying may be associated with the belief that it keeps the family safe.
C)  Worrying is usually limited to one type of worry,such as locking doors.
D)  Worrying is usually accompanied by ritualistic behaviors.Chapter 10: Phobias,Generalized Anxiety Disorder,Social Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder

Question 6

Types of specific phobias include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  Blood,injury,or injection
B)  Public speaking
C)  Situational phobias-elevators,bridges
D)  Environmental phobias-storms,water

Question 7

For a patient with GAD and a history of substance abuse,one of the primary reasons for choosing buspirone (Buspar)is because it

Accepted Answer

A)  Inhibits reuptake of serotonin
B)  Is effective for somatic complaints-sweaty palms,shortness of breath,etc.
C)  Does not cause dependency
D)  Has a strong antidepressant effect

Question 8

Susan,a 35-year-old single female who has a history of panic attacks that interfere with her working,has become afraid to go out alone and prefers to have a family member stay with her at home at all times.The most appropriate diagnosis based on this limited information is

Accepted Answer

A)  Schizophrenia with delusions
B)  Panic disorder with agoraphobia
C)  Avoidant personality disorder
D)  Social anxiety disorder

Question 9

Leonard avoids going out to eat with his family at restaurants.He is concerned that others may watch him and criticize his table manners.Which is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Agoraphobia
B)  Specific situational phobia
C)  Social anxiety disorder
D)  Generalized anxiety disorder

Question 10

It can be said that in the fear system,the amygdala

Accepted Answer

A)  Serves as a response center for danger and fear
B)  Imprints the time and place of an event
C)  Evaluates the event in relation to memories of previous experiences
D)  Releases hormones that start a cascade of neurohormones and neurotransmitters that prepare the body to respond to a threat

Exam 10: Phobias,generalized Anxiety Disorder,social Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder

Regarding generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) ,which of the following is true?

In considering maintenance treatment for a patient with GAD who is anxious,agitated,and irritable and has sleep problems,which medication(s) might you select?