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Question 1
A 32-year-old intern has 5 weeks of depressed mood, anhedonia, early-morning awakening, poor concentration, guilt, low energy, and 12-lb weight loss. She has never had a manic or hypomanic episode and denies substance use. Which diagnosis is most likely?
Correct Answer:
Major depressive disorder
Question 2
A 24-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after 8 days of sleeping 2 hours nightly, talking rapidly, spending thousands of dollars, and believing he has been chosen to advise the president. He is hospitalized for unsafe behavior. Which diagnosis is most appropriate?
Correct Answer:
Bipolar I disorder
Question 3
A 29-year-old woman with recurrent depressive episodes describes a 5-day period last year when she felt unusually energetic, needed little sleep, was more talkative, and started several projects. Friends noticed the change, but she was not psychotic, hospitalized, or severely impaired. What is the best diagnosis?
Correct Answer:
Bipolar II disorder
Question 4
A 41-year-old man says he has felt down most days for 3 years with low self-esteem, fatigue, and poor concentration. He continues to work and has never had 2 months fully symptom-free. He has no history of mania. Which diagnosis best fits?
Correct Answer:
Persistent depressive disorder
Question 5
A 30-year-old woman 6 days after delivery has not slept, says the baby is possessed, and tries to leave the nursery to protect the infant from imaginary attackers. She has a history of bipolar I disorder. What is the next step?
Correct Answer:
Hospitalize her urgently and start treatment for postpartum psychosis
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