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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is a goal of the Early Psychosis Intervention Programme (EPIP)?

A. raising awareness of early signs and symptoms of psychosis.

B. reducing stigma associated with psychosis.

C. facilitate timely review of referrals.

D. All of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All of the above

Question 2 of 5

The reasons for patients preference to see GP. Which of the following is CORRECT?

A. GPs can manage all the most difficult types of mental illnesses.

B. The GP is not familiar with their past history.

C. The clinic hours are fixed and inflexible.

D. The patients are familiar with the GPs.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The patients are familiar with the GPs.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following factors may contribute to the higher mortality rates seen in the homeless population?

A. Increased exposure to air pollution

B. Overprescription of psychotropic medications

C. Suboptimal access to health care

D. Stress-induced high blood pressure

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Suboptimal access to health care

Question 4 of 5

When is it appropriate to ask a Muslim patient about his/her sexual activity?

A. Only if the patient is over 18 years old

B. Only in a sensitive manner when it is relevant to the care of the patient

C. It is not appropriate to ask a Muslim patient about his/her sexual history directly

D. Only if the patient is married

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Only in a sensitive manner when it is relevant to the care of the patient

Question 5 of 5

Physicians encounter many patients who may be unaccustomed to the U.S. health care system. How can physicians effectively take care of patients from diverse backgrounds?

A. Physicians should focus on their communication skills over understanding a patient's cultural context

B. Physicians should emphasize good communication in combination with understanding a patient's cultural context

C. Physicians should prioritize understanding a patient's cultural context and leave communication to a trained medical interpreter

D. Physicians should treat all patients in the same manner, regardless of a patient's preconceived notions of the U.S. health care system

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Physicians should emphasize good communication in combination with understanding a patient's cultural context