CMN 548 Module 2 Study Guide Diagnostic and Laboratory Testing

CMN 548 Module 2 Study Guide Diagnostic and Laboratory Testing What is the most reliable indicator of a patient’s blood sugar status if they have been taking a 2nd generation antipsychotic? How long can the following be detected in urine: alcohol, marijuana, benzodiazepines, amphetamine What are some likely causes of a decrease in blood urea nitrogen (BUN)? What symptoms may be present due to an elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN)? What do basophils do? Identify what might create a false positive blood sugar value above 140. Which medications or supplements might cause hypercalcemia? Describe the chromosomal abnormality found in Down Syndrome. A false elevation of folate may occur when? Folate is stored in what part of the body? Identify factors that might interfere with the results of a glucose tolerance test (GTT). Which conditions can cause an elevated hemoglobin level? List some psychiatric symptoms produced due to hypothyroidism. What is the best way to educate a patient about “normal” range lab results? Identify populations that may be at high risk for developing a latex allergy. Before beginning treatment with lithium, what are the recommended baseline labs? Describe MRI methodologies. List the medical conditions associated with hypomagnesemia. Low magnesium levels can occur in which diagnostic population(s)? What disease states can produce high levels of phosphate? Identify the clinical disorders associated with a low potassium level? Which electrolyte serves as a buffer within the cell itself? What might cause a false positive pregnancy test? Identify the purpose of doing laboratory studies in psychiatry. Decreased red blood cells may be associated with which disorder? Identify what might cause an elevation in red blood cells. Define: incidence, correlation, sensitivity, specificity,and prevalence Hypernatremia may be cause by what factors? Which urinary test is the most informative regarding hydration status? When would specific gravity be increased? How long does it take for antibodies for syphilis to appear in blood? Which testis the most sensitive for primary hypothyroidism? Psychiatric symptoms due to decreased levels of thyroid stimulating hormone include what? What populations are known to have elevated levels of triglycerides? Why would a urine sample need to collection first thing in the morning? Clear or almost colorless urine may occur due to what? What is a postprandial urine sample? List some ways a patient may attempt to alter a urine sample. Why would a provider order a B12 level? B12 elevation can occur due to what factors? Elevated white blood cells can be found in what conditions? Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis What are the following mnemonics used to assess: SIGECAPS, MLAPSE, ACHEWS, DIGFAST What is the purpose of a differential diagnosis? Which technique is best when interviewing an irritable, angry patient? What is the Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children used to assess? Which instrument is most widely used to assess cognitive impairment in the elderly? How can you determine if a patient is malingering? Identify reasons why a patient may need to be referred for neuropsychological assessment. What do the following screening tools assess: YMRS, GAD-7, CAPS, PANSS, AIMS, HAM-D, BDI, PHQ-9, PDSS, HAM-A, PCL-5 Defense mechanisms, define: projection, sublimation, denial, repression What are the benefits and advantages for using evidence-based practice guidelines? Describe what neuropsychological deficits that might be seen in left hemisphere brain damage. Describe what neuropsychological deficits that might be seen in right hemisphere brain damage. List the domains of a formal neuropsychological assessment. Major realms of functions to consider when assessing a child include________. Describe how to best approach an adolescent to inquire about sexual behavior. What is the Short Form 36 used to assess? Describe approaches to threatening topics. Define the following disordered thought processes: neologisms, clang association, circumstantiality What is the goal of the diagnostic interview? Treatment Planning State the goal of evidence-based practice and treatment. List the important functions of a treatment plan. What are the benefits of developing a treatment plan? What is the SMART approach to goal development in treatment planning? What patient characteristics should be considered when developing a treatment plan?

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