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2771 Psychiatry

A 11 year-old boy is brought to the physician with complaint that he gets up at night and while sleeping walks around the house for a few minutes before returning to bed. When parents try to wake him up he is confused and disoriented. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment for him?

ATell the parents to maintain a safe environment and monitor the patient's symptoms (Correct Answer)
BSta the patient on a low dose of benzodiazepines at night
CSta the patient on a low dose of a tricyclic antidepressant
DTell the parents that the child would benefit from cognitive psychotherapy
2772 Psychiatry

A 11 year-old boy is brought to the physician with complaint that he gets up at night and while sleeping walks around the house for a few minutes before returning to bed. When parents try to wake him up he is confused and disoriented. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment for him?

ATell the parents to maintain a safe environment and monitor the patient's symptoms (Correct Answer)
BSta the patient on a low dose of benzodiazepines at night
CSta the patient on a low dose of a tricyclic antidepressant
DTell the parents that the child would benefit from cognitive psychotherapy