Medical questions — advanced

Question 1 of 7

Which therapy is not suitable for the specific treatment of a psychosis?

• aPharmacotherapy
• bPsychotherapy
• cPsychoeducation
• dAcupuncture

Question 2 of 7

When is a better prognosis of the course of schizophrenia to be expected?

• aIn people living alone
• bWith acute onset of the illness
• cWith unclear triggers
• dWhen drug therapy can be discontinued as soon as possible

Question 3 of 7

Which of the following is NOT a common early sign of a schizophrenic psychosis?

• aLack of energy, drive, initiative, or interest
• bChanges in interests (e.g. unusual interest in religion or the supernatural)
• cDeteriorating relationships (partner, family, work)
• dOnset of regular substance use (alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, opiates, tranquillisers)
• eIncreased drive with high energy, stronger interest in education, unusually good concentration and resilience

Question 4 of 7

Which substance is NOT associated with triggering psychosis?

• aCocaine
• bCannabinoids
• cNicotine
• dAmphetamines
• eHallucinogens

Question 5 of 7

Which neurotransmitter plays an important role in the metabolic processes associated with schizophrenic psychosis?

• aNoradrenaline
• bDopamine
• cAcetylcholine
• dSerotonin

Question 6 of 7

What is thought to cause the later onset of schizophrenic psychoses in women compared with men?

• aWomen have a stronger personality than men.
• bDifferent body-fat composition
• cOestrogens
• dTestosterone

Question 7 of 7

Which brain-imaging technique is used to investigate schizophrenic psychoses without exposure to ionising radiation?

• aCT (computed tomography)
• bX-ray
• cMRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
• dPET (positron-emission tomography)