Bipolar Disorder

Question 1

What is the difference between Bipolar disorder 1 and 2?

Answer 1

The presence of a manic episode. Only seen in bipolar disorder 1

Question 2

This mood is described as euphoric, excessively cheerful, high, or feeling on top of the world

Answer 2

Manic

Question 3

The alteration among euphoria, dysphoria, and irritability

Answer 3

Lability

Question 4

What is a hallmark of mania

Answer 4

Pressured speech

Question 5

Common medication used for bipolar and it’s levels

Answer 5

Lithium 0.6 to 1.2

Question 6

Side effects of lithium?

Answer 6

LMNOP
Movement (tremors)
Nephrotoxicity
O: hypothyroidism
Pregnancy problems: teratogenic

Question 7

What type of meds are used for bipolar?

Answer 7

Mood stabilizers:

Lithium
Valproic acid aka depakote
Carbamazepine/tegretol
Lamotrigine/lamictal

Atypical antipsychotics are used for treating mania