Psychiatry

USMLE Step 2 CK Psychiatry Questions: Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Serotonin Syndrome and Lithium Toxicity

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Psychiatric medication emergencies are high-yield on USMLE Step 2 CK. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome and serotonin syndrome look similar, so the exam tests the features that separate them, plus drug interactions that cause lithium toxicity. Try these three questions. Question 1: Fever and “lead-pipe” rigidity after starting an antipsychotic A 28-year-old man with schizophrenia was started … Read more

USMLE Step 2 CK Psychiatry Questions: Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia

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Recurrent episodes of chest pain, palpitations and fear of dying in a young, healthy patient are a classic USMLE presentation. These three USMLE Step 2 CK psychiatry practice questions cover the diagnosis of panic disorder and agoraphobia and their treatment. Pick your answer first, then open the explanation. Question 1: Young woman with sudden episodes … Read more