Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A 32 y/o patient presents with excessive worry and tension, confirmed as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Long-term pharmacotherapy is indicated. Which medication is the most appropriate first-line agent?
💡 EXPLANATION:
SSRIs (e.g., Sertraline) are the first-line treatment for GAD due to their efficacy and safety profile. Benzodiazepines carry risks of dependence and are not for long-term monotherapy. TCAs and antipsychotics are second-line or adjunctive options.
A 20 y/o student presents with a 2-year history of avoiding university lectures and parties. He reports an intense, persistent fear of being scrutinized or negatively judged by others. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Anonymous Quiz
9%
Generalized anxiety disorder
0%
Panic disorder
4%
Agoraphobia
87%
Social anxiety disorder
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A 20 y/o student presents with a 2-year history of avoiding university lectures and parties. He reports an intense, persistent fear of being scrutinized or negatively judged by others. What is the most likely diagnosis?
💡 EXPLANATION:
Social anxiety disorder is defined by marked fear/anxiety about social situations where the individual is exposed to possible scrutiny. The fear of negative evaluation leads to avoidance or intense distress, distinguishing it from GAD or agoraphobia.
A patient presents with imipramine overdose, BP 85/50 mmHg, and wide QRS (150 ms) on ECG. What is the most critical immediate intervention?
Anonymous Quiz
20%
IV Magnesium sulfate
72%
IV Sodium bicarbonate
8%
IV Amiodarone
0%
IV Physostigmine
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A patient presents with imipramine overdose, BP 85/50 mmHg, and wide QRS (150 ms) on ECG. What is the most critical immediate intervention?
💡 EXPLANATION:
IV sodium bicarbonate is the specific antidote for TCA cardiotoxicity (QRS >100 ms). It reverses Na+ channel blockade via serum alkalinization and increased extracellular sodium. Physostigmine is contraindicated.
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A patient presents 6 weeks post-MVA with recurrent intrusive memories, nightmares, avoidance of driving, and hyperarousal. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Anonymous Quiz
7%
Acute stress disorder
90%
Post-traumatic stress disorder
3%
Adjustment disorder
0%
Generalized anxiety disorder
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A patient presents 6 weeks post-MVA with recurrent intrusive memories, nightmares, avoidance of driving, and hyperarousal. What is the most likely diagnosis?
💡 EXPLANATION:
PTSD is diagnosed when symptoms (intrusion, avoidance, arousal) persist >1 month after trauma. Acute stress disorder is diagnosed when symptoms last 3 days to 1 month. The 6-week duration confirms PTSD.
A 24-year-old patient diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is prescribed fluvoxamine. This medication exerts its therapeutic effect primarily by modulating which neurotransmitter system?
Anonymous Quiz
13%
Dopamine
23%
Norepinephrine
13%
GABA
52%
Serotonin
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A 24-year-old patient diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is prescribed fluvoxamine. This medication exerts its therapeutic effect primarily by modulating which neurotransmitter system?
💡 EXPLANATION:
Fluvoxamine is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI). OCD pathophysiology is linked to serotonin dysregulation. SSRIs inhibit the reuptake of serotonin (5-HT), increasing its synaptic availability to reduce symptoms.
A 24y M rescued from a house fire presents with 40% TBSA burns. Physical exam reveals carbonaceous deposits in the nares and a hoarse voice. What is the most appropriate immediate management step?
Anonymous Quiz
8%
Initiate IV fluid resuscitation
16%
Administer 100% oxygen via mask
4%
Request urgent chest X-ray
72%
Perform endotracheal intubation
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A 24y M rescued from a house fire presents with 40% TBSA burns. Physical exam reveals carbonaceous deposits in the nares and a hoarse voice. What is the most appropriate immediate management step?
💡 EXPLANATION:
Hoarseness and soot in the nares are classic signs of inhalation injury, posing a high risk for rapid laryngeal edema and airway obstruction. Early prophylactic endotracheal intubation is the priority (Airway) before breathing or circulation interventions.
34y/o M post-RTA. GCS deteriorates from 13 to 9, RR 48/min. What is the most critical immediate intervention?
Anonymous Quiz
7%
Urgent CT brain
7%
IV mannitol
22%
High-flow oxygen
63%
Endotracheal intubation
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
34y/o M post-RTA. GCS deteriorates from 13 to 9, RR 48/min. What is the most critical immediate intervention?
💡 EXPLANATION:
Rapid GCS deterioration and severe tachypnea indicate impending airway failure. Immediate intubation is required to protect the airway and prevent secondary brain injury before diagnostic imaging (ATLS guidelines).
A 34 y/o M post-RTA deteriorates from GCS 13 to 7. Gurgling sounds are heard on respiration. What is the primary indication for immediate definitive airway management?
Anonymous Quiz
20%
Correction of severe hypoxemia
4%
Prevention of hypercapnia
72%
Loss of protective airway reflexes
4%
Control of intracranial pressure
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A 34 y/o M post-RTA deteriorates from GCS 13 to 7. Gurgling sounds are heard on respiration. What is the primary indication for immediate definitive airway management?
💡 EXPLANATION:
GCS ≤8 with gurgling implies absent protective laryngeal reflexes, creating an immediate risk of aspiration. While ICP control is relevant, protecting the airway from obstruction/aspiration is the primary indication.
A man rescued from a house fire presents with carbonaceous sputum and audible inspiratory stridor. Vitals: BP 115/75, HR 108, RR 26. What is the most critical immediate management?
Anonymous Quiz
17%
Administer 100% humidified oxygen
13%
Initiate IV fluid resuscitation
70%
Perform endotracheal intubation
0%
Nebulized racemic epinephrine
Maxemo EMREE 26-27
A man rescued from a house fire presents with carbonaceous sputum and audible inspiratory stridor. Vitals: BP 115/75, HR 108, RR 26. What is the most critical immediate management?
💡 EXPLANATION:
Stridor and carbonaceous sputum suggest significant inhalation injury with impending upper airway obstruction from edema. Immediate intubation is required to secure the airway before complete occlusion occurs.