What is a hallmark symptom of mania? a) Low energy b) Depressed mood c) Elevated or irritable mood d) Social withdrawal Answer: c) Elevated or irritable mood
Which disorder includes both hypomanic and depressive episodes but no full mania? a) Bipolar I b) Bipolar II c) Cyclothymic Disorder d) Major Depressive Disorder Answer: b) Bipolar II
What is the minimum duration for a manic episode in Bipolar I? a) 2 days b) 4 days c) 1 week d) 1 month Answer: c) 1 week
Which medication is a mood stabilizer? a) Fluoxetine b) Lithium c) Risperidone d) Diazepam Answer: b) Lithium
What does MSE stand for? a) Mental Screening Evaluation b) Mood Stability Estimate c) Mental Status Examination d) Medication Safety Evaluation Answer: c) Mental Status Examination
Which therapy focuses on maintaining daily routines and sleep patterns? a) CBT b) IPSRT c) EMDR d) DBT Answer: b) IPSRT
What is a common risk during manic episodes? a) Social withdrawal b) Suicidal ideation c) Impulsivity and risky behavior d) Memory loss Answer: c) Impulsivity and risky behavior
Which symptom is typical during depressive episodes? a) Grandiosity b) Pressured speech c) Fatigue and hopelessness d) Flight of ideas Answer: c) Fatigue and hopelessness
What is the role of psychoeducation in bipolar treatment? a) Teach medication side effects b) Improve insight and self-management c) Diagnose comorbid conditions d) Replace therapy Answer: b) Improve insight and self-management
Which professional typically prescribes mood stabilizers? a) Psychologist b) Psychiatrist c) Social worker d) Nurse assistant Answer: b) Psychiatrist
What is a key feature of Cyclothymic Disorder? a) Full manic episodes b) Psychosis c) Subthreshold mood symptoms d) Rapid cycling Answer: c) Subthreshold mood symptoms
What should be documented in a psychiatric evaluation? a) Patient’s quotes b) Medication adherence c) Risk factors d) All of the above Answer: d) All of the above
Which therapy helps challenge distorted thinking? a) CBT b) IPSRT c) EMDR d) Light therapy Answer: a) CBT
What is a common trigger for manic episodes? a) Overeating b) Sleep deprivation c) Exercise d) Reading Answer: b) Sleep deprivation
What is the purpose of a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation? a) To prescribe medication only b) To assess and plan treatment c) To conduct lab tests d) To determine insurance coverage Answer: b) To assess and plan treatment