Functional Neurological Symptom Disorders — Flashcards

Smith's consultation letter is associated with _____ disorder, intended for primary care physicians

Accumulation of _____ or more life-change units in a single year increases the risk of developing a psychosomatic disorder in that year.

What is the most appropriate treatment for levodopa-induced psychosis?_____

Worsening of symptoms at night is known as _____ which is seen in delirium.

_____ disorders are when a patient consciously creates physical and/or psychological symptoms in order to assume a "sick role" and get medical attention and sympathy (primary/internal gain)

Factitious disorder is more common in _____ (gender) and healthcare workers

Huntington disease presents with chorea that can progress to _____ and dementia; also may have aggression

What is the demographic for functional aphonia?_____