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Modules 3&4 Game

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  • Name one screening tool that is used to assess anxiety severity.
    GAD-7, Hamilton, Beck's
  • What neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by SSRIs?
    Serotonin
  • What is Exposure and Response Prevention (EX/RP) used to treat?
    OCD
  • Which disorder is associated with the mnemonic DIGFAST?
    Bipolar disorder (mania symptoms)
  • Which therapy teaches clients with OCD to face their fears while avoiding compulsive behaviors?
    Exposure and Response Prevention (EX/RP)
  • What does the acronym “SIGECAPS” help nurses remember?
    The diagnostic symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder
  • What disorder includes intrusive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors?
    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • What are common physical symptoms of panic attacks?
    Palpitations, sweating, trembling, chest pain, dizziness
  • What is the first-line pharmacological treatment for depression?
    SSRIs
  • What brain regions are involved in mood regulation?
    Hippocampus, amygdala, thalamus, hypothalamus
  • What are signs of lithium toxicity?
    Nausea, tremor, confusion, ataxia, seizures
  • Define mania in terms of duration and symptoms.
    Elevated/irritable mood and increased energy lasting at least one week
  • What are common causes of serotonin syndrome?
    Mixing SSRIs with MAOIs, triptans, or other serotonergic agents
  • What does SIGECAPS stand for in depression assessment?
    Sleep, Interest, Guilt, Energy, Concentration, Appetite, Psychomotor, Suicide
  • What type of psychotherapy is effective across all anxiety disorders?
    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Which antidepressant is known for minimal sexual side effects?
    Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
  • Which antidepressants are also used to treat anxiety?
    SSRIs and SNRIs
  • What is the difference between fear and anxiety?
    Fear is a response to a real threat; anxiety is a vague, future-oriented dread
  • What is the first-line pharmacologic treatment for most anxiety and OCD disorders?
    SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
  • What differentiates depression from normal grief?
    Depression is persistent, with worthlessness and suicidality; grief is episodic with preserved self-esteem
  • What side effects are associated with TCAs?
    Anticholinergic effects (dry mouth, constipation), sedation, cardiac risks
  • Name the four levels of anxiety.
    Mild, Moderate, Severe, Panic
  • What therapy is most effective for peripartum depression?
    CBT, SSRIs, or a combination
  • Which mood stabilizer has a narrow therapeutic range?
    Lithium
  • What is the difference between social anxiety and specific phobia?
    Social anxiety involves fear of social situations; phobia is fear of a specific object or situation
  • What is the black box warning for all antidepressants?
    Increased risk of suicidal ideation in children and young adults
  • Which neurotransmitter imbalance is most commonly linked to both depression and anxiety?
    Serotonin
  • What medication class is preferred short-term for acute anxiety?
    Benzodiazepines
  • What is a key feature of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
    Excessive worry occurring more days than not for at least 6 months
  • How long do SSRIs take to become effective for anxiety or OCD?
    Typically 4–6 weeks; 8–12 weeks for OCD
  • Which level of anxiety causes a narrowed perceptual field and selective inattention?
    Moderate anxiety
  • What is the most concerning risk of benzodiazepine use?
    Dependence and withdrawal
  • Which medication may be used off-label for stage fright?
    Propranolol (a beta-blocker)
  • A client on both sertraline (Zoloft) and lithium should be monitored closely for which serious condition?
    Serotonin Syndrome
  • Which anxiety disorder involves fear of being in crowds or public places?
    Agoraphobia
  • Name one major difference between bipolar I and bipolar II disorder.
    Bipolar I includes full manic episodes; Bipolar II includes hypomania only