The etiology of the disorder includes having close blood relatives with Bipolar disorder, h/x of LSD use, and dysfunction of GABA receptors.

-Seeing or hearing things that are not real
-suspiciousness
-fear of others intentions
-decline in self care
-withdrawal from family and friends

The names of these medications clozapine, risperidone, Ziprasidone, and olanzapine.

This helps person identify patterns in
Their delusional thinking and accompanying behaviors

The etiology of the disorder can include an imbalance of the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine in brain and sensory deprivation (hearing & sight).

-Periods of blank stare similar to ictal phase of seizures
-Decreased responsiveness
-Lack of verbal and behavioral response
-Excessive and purposeless motor activity

The names of these medications are amitriptyline, citalopram, and trazodone.

A medical treatment commonly used for patients that suffer from severe catatonic schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.

The etiology of the disorder includes exposure to environmental triggers such as pesticides, harsh chemicals, and viral infections.

-Delusions (thinking something false is true)
-Hallucinations about the delusions
-Depression
-Anger
-Social withdrawal

DAILY DOUBLE:
The names of these medications are chlorpromazine, fluphenazine, haloperidol,
Thiothixene, trifluperazine, perphenazine, thioridazine

Education, stress reduction, and emotional processing are all part of what type of therapy?

The etiology of the disorder includes having an underlying diagnosis of schizophrenia, but little else is known about this disorder.

-Euphoria
-Grandiosity
-Depression
-Mania
-Psychomotor retardation
-Hallucinations
-Suicidal ideation.

The names of these medications are lorazepam, diazepam (Valium), and alprazolam (Xanax).

TRUE or FALSE
It is always a good idea to reorient a patient who is having a schizophrenic episode.

FINAL JEOPARDY:

The 4 phases of Schizophrenia are

How many of the following s/sx in a one month period, must be present for a diagnosis of schizophrenia?

s/sx: delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior, and negative symptoms (diminished emotional expression).

The names of these medications are Lithium, carbamazepine (Tegretol), lamotrigine (Lamictal), valproate (Depakote).

Which medications should be avoided for someone with catatonic schizophrenia?