Psychotropic meds - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The study of the use of psychotropic medications in the treatment of psychiatric disorders: Psychopharmacology The study of what the body does to drugs: Pharmacokinetics Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More The study of what the drugs does to the body: Pharmacodynamics Involves the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of meds: First Pass Metabolism (C.Y.P. 450) ...

What should the PMHNP consider when prescribing chemical restraints? (Ans- -allergy status -prior med hx for adverse drug reactions r/t the meds ordered in the chemical restraint -state regulations regarding chemical restrains must be reviewed Are the PMHNP and other staff liable if the client has an allergic reaction or adverse side effects to the drugs used for chemical restraint? (Ans- No. The client has been court-ordered to take the prescribed medications and the standing order fo...

PMH UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers In general, psychotropic medications take about ______ to take effect. - Ans 3 weeks Generally, actions of psychotropic meds are ______ or _____. - Ans - Block the re-uptake of a neurotransmitter or - Diminish the enzyme intended to destroy neurotransmitter Mental Status Examination (MSE): - Ans - LOC - Physical Appearance - Behavior - Cognitive and Intellectual abilities

MED CERT EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS (T/F) A medication error documentation must be completed before the end of the shift by the person who made or discovered the error TRUE (T/F) In the state of CT, medical doctors, pediatricians, psychiatrists, physician assistants, advanced practice registered nurses and dentists are all considered licensed practitioners TRUE (T/F) A licensed practitioner's order (prescription) is required for all medications administered TRUE The...

NR546 MIDTERM EXAM 2024 WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS What should the PMHNP consider when prescribing chemical restraints? - correct answer -allergy status -prior med hx for adverse drug reactions r/t the meds ordered in the chemical restraint -state regulations regarding chemical restrains must be reviewed Are the PMHNP and other staff liable if the client has an allergic reaction or adverse side effects to the drugs used for chemical restraint? - correct answer No. The client has been c...

The study of the use of psychotropic medications in the treatment of psychiatric disorders: - Answer Psychopharmacology The study of what the body does to drugs: - Answer Pharmacokinetics The study of what the drugs does to the body: - Answer Pharmacodynamics Involves the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of meds: - Answer First Pass Metabolism (C.Y.P. 450) Increase serum levels of other drugs that are substrates of that enzyme: - Answer Enzyme inhibit...

Psychotropic Meds – Amos Exam Study Guide Zoloft - Answer-sertraline (SSRI) Celexa - Answer-citalopram (SSRI) Lexapro - Answer-escitalopram (SSRI) Prozac - Answer-fluoxetine (SSRI) Paxil - Answer-paroxetine (SSRI) Cymbalta - Answer-duloxetine (antidepressant) Effexor XR - Answer-Venlafaxine ER (antidepressant) Pamelor - Answer-nortriptyline (antidepressant) Elavil - Answer-amitriptyline (antidepressant) Remeron - Answer-mirtazapine (antidepressant) Desyrel - Answer-trazodone (ant...

NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Quiz 1 Exam Questions and Answers 2024. The study of the use of psychotropic medications in the treatment of psychiatric disorders: - ANSWER Psychopharmacology The study of what the body does to drugs: - ANSWER Pharmacokinetics The study of what the drugs does to the body: - ANSWER Pharmacodynamics Involves the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of meds: - ANSWER First Pass Metabolism (C.Y.P. 450) Increase serum levels of other drugs that are sub...

Midterm Exam: NR546/ NR 546 (Latest Update 2024/ 2025) Psychopharmacology for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Chamberlain Q: when could the client's cognitive status create an ethical issue Answer: if the client is unable to self determine care or is a danger to self or others Q: informed consent Answer: client has the right to receive enough information to make decisions about treatment...

TEST BANK for Psychiatric Nursing 7th Edition by Keltner Norman & Steele Debbie. ISBN 9780323185790 _TABLE OF CONTENTS_ Chapter 01: Me, Meds, Milieu Chapter 02: Historical Issues Chapter 03: Leg al Issues Chapter 04: Psychobiologic Bases of Behavior Chapter 05: Cultural Issues Chapter 06: Spiritual Issues Chapter 07: Models for Working with Psychiatric Patients Chapter 08: Learning to Communicate Professionally Chapter 09: Working with an Individual Patient Chapter 10: Working with Groups of Pat...