QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect. Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) should only be prescribed when other options such as SSRIs have been tried and the patient is sufferring from major depression.
10002718
c
Tranylcypromine
QuestionChoice
Fluoxetine is correct as it is an SSRI and this patient is exhibiting clear signs of clinical depression.
10002716
a
Fluoxetine
QuestionChoice
Sertraline is incorrect. Sertraline is an effective SSRI used in treating adults with depression, however it has been shown to increase self-harm when prescribed to patients under the age of 18, therefore it is inappropriate.
10002717
b
Sertraline
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect. Benzodizepines are indicated in anxiety disorders, insomnia and seizures.
10002719
d
Diazepam
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect. Mirtazipine is only indicated in major depression and generally not a first line therapy.
10002720
e
Mirtazipine
Concept
Chapter
2693
3971
Depression
Topic
173
Psychiatry
13090
A 14-year-old male presents to his GP as he brokeup with his girlfriend around 3 weeks ago. Since then he has noticed low mood, problems falling asleep at night, tiredness all of the time. His mother also states he is eating less than usual and is not taking interest in his hobbies that he used to.

What is the most appropriate management for this patient?
a