Whenever 34-year-old Margaret has to give a presentation in front of a group, she becomes very nervous. She starts sweating profusely, her legs feel like “spaghetti,” and she often has immense trouble remembering what she wanted to say. The patient states that these events are infrequent. She is otherwise without anxiety symptoms and does not want to take something that would make her feel “loopy.” Vital signs are within normal limits. Medical history is significant for past alcohol abuse, from which she has been abstaining for 7 years. What is the most appropriate prescription?

Which of the following is the most widely used self-reporting inventory of depression?

Melissa has been feeling exhausted and lacking energy for the past month since starting as a medical intern at the county hospital. She also experiences hand tremors and disturbed sleep patterns, which she attributes to her excessive caffeine intake. Three days ago, she called her sister after feeling guilty about not being able to help their mom when she needed them most. Melissa was crying and sounded inconsolable. Her sister took her to a doctor, who diagnosed Melissa with mild generalized anxiety disorder. Which of the following drugs is FDA-approved for her condition?

A 65-year-old woman with diabetes mellitus type 2, neuropathic pain, and normal renal function reports depressive symptoms that adversely affect her functioning. Which of the following antidepressants would be the best choice for this patient?

You start a patient on lamotrigine 25mg PO BID. A few days later, the patient calls the office and states that he started having a red bumps on his chest and arms. What is the most appropriate action to take?

What condition is most likely to mimic symptoms of bipolar I disorder?

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Deaf people continue to experience discrimination in the workplace, in education, and in housing.  True or False?

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