Severe Mental Illness — Flashcards

_____ in SUD presents as use in physically hazardous situations (e.g. DUI, unprotected sex) & recurrent use despite problems worsened by use

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

Hint: ?diagnosis

Alcohol can cause _____cytic anaemia

Which symptoms of alcohol withdrawal occur during the 48 - 72 hour time period? _____

_____ are more likely to try suicide

Hint: sex

What form of self harm is the most common? _____

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

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

Stereotypically, males who self harm can present with _____