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2024 NU664C MIDTERM EXAM Q&A WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
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2024 NU664C MIDTERM EXAM Q&A WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
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2024 NU664C MIDTERM EXAMQ&A WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Know whether a patient is demonstrating efficacy to clozapine 500 mg/day if
this week's granulocyte count is less than 500mm3. What is the most
appropriate recommendation for drug therapy? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSDiscontinue and do not re-start
Know the common effects of smoking along with antipsychotic drug therapy
such as olanzapine. - CORRECT-ANSWERSDecreases the plasma levels of
Olanzapine (Zyprexa) because of its metabolism at CYP450 enzyme.
Know what a painful muscle spasm with neck muscles pulling a patient's
head to the side called and Name a common drug therapy to relieve this
symptom. - CORRECT-ANSWERSDystonia
Know the role of buspirone in the treatment of anxiety and the
recommended dose and time for onset of action. - CORRECT-ANSWERSTakes
3 to 4 weeks for full effect
Know what medication may be an option for patients noncompliant on
antipsychotics resulting in multiple hospital stays. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSRisperdal Consta (risperidone)
Know baseline labs and vital measurements tests for the patient who will be
prescribed an antipsychotic such as quetiapine (Seroquel). - CORRECT-
ANSWERSLipid, Fasting Blood Sugar, Family History **NOT CPK**
Describe common side effects/disadvantages of antihistamines. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSanticholinergic effects
Identify 3-4 disorders/situations when benzodiazepines may be indicated. -
CORRECT-ANSWERSAlcohol withdrawal, Benzodiazepine withdrawal, Acute
Agitation, Panic Attack, Sleep Disorder, Seizures
Describe 2-3 common side effects of atypical antipsychotics. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSWeight gain, Sedation, Metabolic Syndrome
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