Severe Mental Illness — Flashcards

Substance use disorder more commonly affects _____

Hint: gender

Substance intoxication, withdrawal, induced psychiatric disorders fall under the name _____

What is the first-line management for alcohol withdrawal/delirium tremens? _____

Most likely diagnosis in a patient with tremors, anxiety, & confusion 2-3 days after surgery? Basic observations show tachycardia and hypertension. _____

Hint: ?diagnosis

_____ are more likely to try suicide

Hint: sex

Patients started on an SSRI are at an initial increased risk of _____

Stereotypically, males who self harm can present with _____

Which "SAD PERSONS" risk factor carries the highest risk for suicide? _____

Must consider assessing _____ in regards to management of patients who present with suicide / self harm

What form of self harm is the most common? _____