1. Arthur Silverstein, a 68-year-old Vietnam veteran, was imprisoned by Viet Cong and severely abused during the
war. He subsequently has been unable to maintain long-term relationships or consistent employment. He is
now homeless and experiencing flashbacks and nightmares.
"PTSD"; paroxetine (Paxil); Do not take with aspirin, Do not stop abruptly.
2. Charles Wheeler, 18 years old, paces in the dayroom. During group, patient constantly interrupts, unable to
wait for his turn to speak. He blurts out answers, oblivious to others in the group. "ADHD";
amphetamine (Adderall); This medication can cause insomnia, lead to excessive
weight loss.
3. Edward Martin, age 44, arrives at the ER accompanied by the city police who apprehended him for a business
disturbance where he was harassing patrons at a furniture store. He refuses to use his cell phone because of
his fear that the phone is connected and monitored by the CIA. At the furniture store, he was keeping
customers away from the television section to keep them from hearing special messages meant only for him.
"Schizophrenia"; benztropine (Cogentin); Aggressively treat hyperthermia, if
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