Severe Mental Illness — Flashcards

When assessing for dementia, it is vital to obtain a _____ history

Patients with delirium and a history of _____ should be treated with quetiapine or clozapine rather than haloperidol/olanzapine

The main aim of delirium managment is to treat the _____

Delirium is a common condition which mainly affects _____ people and is also known as acute confusional state

What is the first-line sedative for delirium? _____

Which sections require an Approved Mental Health Professional and 2 doctors? _____ & 3

Part of the management of delirium is to maintain an environment with _____ and frequent reassurance

A section 4 lasts for _____

A section 2 lasts for _____

For diagnosis of schizophrenia, active symptoms must be present for at least _____, with the total duration of illness lasting at least 6 months

Hint: Time period