Question 1

What is the strongest established risk factor for bipolar disorder? Family History

Response Feedback: “The strongest established risk factor for BPD is a family history of BPD.”

 Question 2

Which of the following medications are known as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?

i. Nortriptyline

ii. Citalopram

iii. Duloxetine

iv. Fluoxetine

v. Venlafaxine

 Question 3

Which disease state of a non-adherent patient is at greater risk for substance use, violence, and

victimization as well as worse overall quality of life? Schizophrenia

Response

Feedback:

“Moreover, non-adherent patients with schizophrenia are at greater risk for substance

use, violence, and victimization as well as worse overall quality of life.”

 Question 4

Patient is a 72-year-old male with a past medical history significant for atrial fibrillation and COPD with a

new diagnosis of major depression disorder. Based on his comorbid conditions, what antidepressant

would you recommend as first-line? Atomoxetine