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  1. A patient with schizophrenia develops muscle rigidity, high fever, altered consciousness, and autonomic instability after starting haloperidol. What is this complication?

    Answer: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)

    NMS is a rare, life-threatening reaction to dopamine-blocking antipsychotics, characterized by the tetrad of fever, rigidity, altered consciousness, and autonomic instability.

  2. Which psychotherapy has the strongest evidence base for treating major depressive disorder?

    Answer: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

    CBT has the most robust evidence base for treating major depressive disorder, with multiple randomized controlled trials demonstrating efficacy comparable to antidepressants.

  3. A patient with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) asks about non-benzodiazepine pharmacotherapy. Which agent is FDA-approved for GAD?

    Answer: Buspirone

    Buspirone is FDA-approved for GAD, has no abuse potential, does not cause sedation acutely, and is effective for chronic anxiety but takes 2–4 weeks to work.

  4. A patient diagnosed with bipolar I disorder should be educated that untreated manic episodes last approximately how long?

    Answer: 1–3 months without treatment

    Untreated manic episodes in bipolar I disorder typically last 3 months or longer; proper mood stabilizer therapy significantly shortens episode duration.

  5. Which class of medication is first-line for panic disorder with or without agoraphobia?

    Answer: SSRIs/SNRIs

    SSRIs and SNRIs are first-line for panic disorder due to their efficacy, tolerability, and lack of dependence; benzodiazepines may be used short-term as adjuncts.

  6. The AUDIT-C questionnaire is used to screen for which behavioral health condition?

    Answer: Hazardous or harmful alcohol use

    The AUDIT-C (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test-Concise) is a validated 3-question screen for hazardous or harmful alcohol consumption in primary care.