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NU664C MIDTERM EXAM Q&AKnow the route of administration for newer agent asenapine (Saphris) and what
instructions should be given to the patient regarding administration. - Answers-
Sublingual
Know and describe the top atypical antipsychotic with greatest incidence of prolonged
QTc interval. - Answers-Ziprasidone (Geodon).
Know which antipsychotics have specific instructions for minimum food intake or diet
restrictions. - Answers-Lurasidone (Latuda)
Know the role of buspirone in the treatment of anxiety and the recommended dose and
time for onset of action. - Answers-Takes 3 to 4 weeks for full effect
Know what medication may be an option for patients noncompliant on antipsychotics
resulting in multiple hospital stays. - Answers-Risperdal Consta (risperidone)
Know baseline labs and vital measurements tests for the patient who will be prescribed
an antipsychotic such as quetiapine (Seroquel). - Answers-Lipid, Fasting Blood Sugar,
Family History **NOT CPK**
Describe common side effects/disadvantages of antihistamines. - Answers-
anticholinergic effects
Identify 3-4 disorders/situations when benzodiazepines may be indicated. - Answers-
Alcohol withdrawal, Benzodiazepine withdrawal, Acute Agitation, Panic Attack, Sleep
Disorder, Seizures
Describe 2-3 common side effects of atypical antipsychotics. - Answers-Weight gain,
Sedation, Metabolic Syndrome
Know and describe the name of long-acting olanzapine and a key adverse side effect. -
Answers-Zyprexa Relprevv **Post injection delirium syndrome**
Know and describe screening tools for depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and mania
symptoms. - Answers-Mood Disorder Questionnaire
Be able to describe baseline labs you would want to have prior to ordering
antipsychotics. - Answers-CBC, CMP, LFTs, Lipid Panel, HgbA1c, U/A, Urine Drug
Screen **NOT CPK**
What population across the lifespan are most at risk for suicide? How does your health,
gender, and genetics play a role in being at a higher risk for suicide? - Answers-
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