Evidence-Based Prescribing of Practices in Treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - Dr. Jess Calohan, DNP, PMHNP-BC
This presentation will discuss the neurobiological underpinnings of PTSD and review evidence-based prescribing practices. The presentation will also discuss collaborative care and patient engagement strategies to assist in the management of PTSD symptoms.
Activity ID# 19093917
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Which of the following describes you?
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Emotional memory is managed by which part of the brain?
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A - Prefrontal Cortex
B - Cerebullum
C - Limbic System
D - Orbitoprefrontal Cortex
Which of the following neurotransmitters are primarily responsible for the “fight or flight” response?
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A - Serotonin and Glutamate
B - Dopamine and Norepinephrine
C - Dopamine and Glutamate
D - Norepinephrine and Glutamate
What would you expect with cortisol levels in patients with long-term or chronic PTSD?
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A - Decreased Levels
B - Increased Levels
C - No Change
Which of the following are challenges with pharmacotherapy in PTSD?
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A - Adverse Childhood Events
B - Co-morbid Disorders
C - Limited Evidence-Base
D - All of the Above
Benzodiazepines in the treatment PTSD are:
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A - Used for Panic Symptoms
B - Generally Contraindicated in Treatment of PTSD
C - First-line Therapy for Anxiety Spectrum Symptoms and Sleep
D - None of the Above
Which of the following medications are FDA-Approved for treating PTSD?
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A - Prozac, Zoloft, Effexor XR
B - Cymbalta, Pristiq, Prozac
C - Paxil, Zoloft, Effexor XR
D - Paxil, Celexa and Cymbalta
TCAs vs. SSRIs or SNRIs demonstrate:
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A - Efficacy Equal to SSRIs and SNRIs
B - Efficacy Greater Than to SSRIs and SNRIs
C - Efficacy Less Than SSRIs and SNRIs
D - No indication for Use in PTSD Patients
Evidence suggests Atypical Antipsychotics can be used as monotherapy in PTSD?
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False
There is robust evidence to support the use of Mood-Stabilizers as adjunctive therapy in PTSD.
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Which of the following best describes an appropriate titration schedule for Prazosin in treating combat related nightmares?
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A - Start 1mg PO HS for two days and if patient tolerates, then increased 2mg PO HS every 4 nights to effect.
B - Start 1mg for 2 weeks, then reassess patient for possible dosage increase.
C - Start 2mg HS for 2 weeks, then reassess patient for possible dosage increase.
D - Start 1mg for 1 month, then reassess patient for possible dosage increase.
As a result of my participation in this activity, I am better able to examine the neurobiological underpinnings of PTSD:
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As a result of my participation in this activity, I am better able to analyze evidence-based pharmacological treatment interventions for treating PTSD:
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Dr. Calohan demonstrated experiential knowledge of the topic?
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The content provided fair and balanced coverage of the topic?
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The content was free commercial bias?
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As a result of my participation in this activity, I am better able to describe standardized screening tools for PTSD:
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Dr. Calohan fully disclosed any conflict of interest and discussion of off-label usage of medication and/or medical devices at the beginning of, or during the presentation?
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Dr. Calohan's objectives/content topics were cohesive with one another?
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This activity enhanced my current knowledge base?
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I would recommend this activity to my colleagues?
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