Sample Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a common side effect of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
a) Weight loss
b) Sexual dysfunction
c) Hypertension
d) Increased appetite
Answer: b) Sexual dysfunction
Which class of drugs is most commonly prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorders?
a) Antipsychotics
b) Antidepressants
c) Benzodiazepines
d) Beta-blockers
Answer: c) Benzodiazepines
Which of the following is a typical adverse effect of lithium therapy in patients with bipolar disorder?
a) Hyperkalemia
b) Weight gain
c) Tremors
d) Respiratory depression
Answer: c) Tremors
Which medication is commonly prescribed for treatment-resistant depression?
a) Fluoxetine
b) Sertraline
c) Ketamine
d) Trazodone
Answer: c) Ketamine
Which of the following is NOT an indication for the use of antipsychotic medications?
a) Schizophrenia
b) Bipolar disorder
c) Major depressive disorder
d) Anxiety disorder
Answer: d) Anxiety disorder
What is the main action of benzodiazepines in treating anxiety?
a) Inhibit dopamine reuptake
b) Increase serotonin levels
c) Enhance GABA activity
d) Block norepinephrine receptors
Answer: c) Enhance GABA activity
Which of the following is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?
a) Sedation
b) Insomnia
c) Tachycardia
d) Increased libido
Answer: a) Sedation
Which drug is used to treat major depressive disorder and is also effective in treating seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?
a) Duloxetine
b) Bupropion
c) Fluoxetine
d) Light therapy
Answer: c) Fluoxetine
What is the most common side effect of clozapine, an atypical antipsychotic?
a) Agranulocytosis
b) Hypotension
c) Hyperglycemia
d) Sedation
Answer: a) Agranulocytosis
Which of the following medications is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
a) Risperidone
b) Methylphenidate
c) Haloperidol
d) Fluoxetine
Answer: b) Methylphenidate
Which class of antidepressants is often the first-line treatment for major depressive disorder?
a) SSRIs
b) MAOIs
c) SNRIs
d) TCA
Answer: a) SSRIs
Which of the following is a potential serious side effect of taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)?
a) Hypertensive crisis
b) Weight loss
c) Insomnia
d) Increased libido
Answer: a) Hypertensive crisis
Which of the following is a common side effect of atypical antipsychotic medications like olanzapine?
a) Weight gain
b) Hyperkalemia
c) Insomnia
d) Tachycardia
Answer: a) Weight gain
Which psychiatric drug is commonly used to treat alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
a) Lorazepam
b) Lithium
c) Sertraline
d) Trazodone
Answer: a) Lorazepam
Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
a) Clomipramine
b) Diazepam
c) Haloperidol
d) Amitriptyline
Answer: a) Clomipramine
Which of the following is a common side effect of the drug diazepam?
a) Drowsiness
b) Euphoria
c) Weight loss
d) Increased appetite
Answer: a) Drowsiness
Which of the following drugs is most likely to be prescribed for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
a) Risperidone
b) Fluoxetine
c) Haloperidol
d) Bupropion
Answer: b) Fluoxetine
Which of the following is an example of an atypical antipsychotic medication?
a) Olanzapine
b) Haloperidol
c) Chlorpromazine
d) Fluphenazine
Answer: a) Olanzapine
What is the primary action of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
a) Block dopamine receptors
b) Inhibit serotonin reuptake
c) Enhance norepinephrine release
d) Increase GABA production
Answer: b) Inhibit serotonin reuptake
Which of the following medications is used to treat mania in patients with bipolar disorder?
a) Aripiprazole
b) Lithium
c) Fluoxetine
d) Trazodone
Answer: b) Lithium
Which of the following is a serious potential side effect of using antipsychotic medications long-term?
a) Tardive dyskinesia
b) Nausea
c) Insomnia
d) Increased sweating
Answer: a) Tardive dyskinesia
Which medication is often used as an adjunct to antidepressants in the treatment of depression?
a) Lithium
b) Lamotrigine
c) Bupropion
d) Clonazepam
Answer: c) Bupropion
Which of the following drugs is considered a mood stabilizer for the treatment of bipolar disorder?
a) Clozapine
b) Lithium
c) Fluoxetine
d) Quetiapine
Answer: b) Lithium
Which of the following psychiatric drugs can cause serotonin syndrome when combined with other serotonergic drugs?
a) Sertraline
b) Olanzapine
c) Clozapine
d) Risperidone
Answer: a) Sertraline
Which of the following is the primary use for the drug fluvoxamine?
a) Generalized anxiety disorder
b) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
c) Schizophrenia
d) Bipolar disorder
Answer: b) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Which medication is commonly prescribed for panic disorder?
a) Paroxetine
b) Haloperidol
c) Lorazepam
d) Clomipramine
Answer: a) Paroxetine
Which class of medications is primarily used to treat psychosis?
a) Antidepressants
b) Antipsychotics
c) Anxiolytics
d) Stimulants
Answer: b) Antipsychotics
Which of the following is NOT a known side effect of SSRIs?
a) Insomnia
b) Weight gain
c) Sexual dysfunction
d) Drowsiness
Answer: b) Weight gain
Which of the following drugs is an example of a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)?
a) Tranylcypromine
b) Sertraline
c) Mirtazapine
d) Olanzapine
Answer: a) Tranylcypromine
Which of the following medications is a first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
a) Lorazepam
b) Sertraline
c) Lithium
d) Chlorpromazine
Answer: b) Sertraline
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