A 24-year-old lady presented with sudden onset chest pain, palpitations lasting for about 20 minutes. She says there were 3 similar episodes in the past. All the investigations were normal. What is the likely diagnosis?
APost-traumatic stress disorder
BAcute psychosis
CPanic attack
DMania
A 1st year medical student presents with recurrent episodes of choking sensation, breathlessness, intense sweating along with feeling of impending doom. Usually the episodes occur prior to exams. What is the most likely diagnosis?
APanic attack
BAcute stress disorder
CGeneralised anxiety disorder
DPhobia
A 43-year-old lady presents to the emergency department with an acute attack of anxiety, accompanied by physical symptoms such as hyperventilation, increased heart rate, and sweating, and is diagnosed with an acute panic attack. Which of the following is the most suitable drug for this patient?
ASertraline
BAlprazolam
CPropranolol
DEszopiclone
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