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NCLEX DEC FILE 3 1. Which assessment best determines the effectiveness of Sumatriptan (triptans are used for treatment of Migraines so… Termination of the migraine 2. Pt with schizophrenia is prescribed chlorpromazine (Thorazine – first generation antipsychotic) oral concentrate The medication may cause excessive salivation and no direct skin contact (both correct – not a good question) 3. Which best assessment best determines the pt is developing tardive dyskinesia Twisting, wri...

Exam 1: NSG552/ NSG 552 (Latest 2024/2025 Update) Psychopharmacology Exam Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: Characteristics of antipsychotic medications; -Low potency Answer: Low potency means low affinity to dopamine receptors, meaning increased doses are required. -High incidence of antiadrenergic, anticholinergic and antihistaminic side effects -Lower risk of EPS -More lethal in overdose due to QTC prolongation ex; thorazine, mellaril Q: Charac...

NR 546 Midterm Exam Chlorpromazine Thiazide & Pimozide Aripiprazole Correct! Clozapine & Olanzapine Question 2 2 / 2 pts The PMHNP has prescribed chlorpromazine hydrochloride (Thorazine) for a patient with psychosis, and the patient is to continue on the oral medication after discharge from the psychiatric unit. As part of educating the patient about the medication, the PMHNP should advise him or her to avoid: exercise. Correct! sun exposure. tobacco products. milk products. socially sensitive C...

Acute anxiety First line for acute panic may be short term benzo use. short acting benzos cause rebound anxiety and are the most abused Benzodiazepines Withdrawal can be dangerous, even deadly. Stopping abruptly is not advised. Symptoms of agitation, tension, irritability, and sz. may occur anxiety disorders psychological disorders characterized by distressing, persistent anxiety or maladaptive behaviors that reduce anxiety anxiety disorders treatment -non-activating an...

ATI mental health proctored, ATI CMS EXAM REVIEW Lithium levels range 0.5-1.4 Sodium 135-145 potassium 3.5-5 Tricyclic Antidepressants Sedation, urinary retention, they lower seizure threshold, uses include BAD, acute panic attacks, phobias, enuresis, and chronic pain and their overdose can be deadly MAOI inhibits breakdown of amine neurotransmitters, hypertensive crisis. avoid pseudonephrine. Chlorpromazine (thorazine) Anticholinergic side effects constipation, urinary retention, b...

NEURO NCLEX QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2. All of the following may be associated with Guillain-Barré Syndrome except: a. Weakening or tingling sensation in the legs b. Weakness in the arms and upper body c. Nearly complete paralysis d. First symptom is altered mental status d. First symptom is altered mental status 15. All of the following statements about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis are true except: a. It causes degeneration and death of upper and lower motor neurons...

Pharmacology Exam 2 Study Guide Exam Questions And Answers What is the brand name of phenobarbital? - ANS Luminol Sodium What is the brand name of flumazenil? - ANS Romazicon What is the primary barbiturate? - ANS Phenobarbital (luminol sodium) What is the benzodiazepine antagonist? - ANS flumazenil (romazicon) What are the two benzodiazepine drugs? - ANS diazepam (valium) lorazepam (ativan) What is the brand name of diazepam? - ANS valium What is...

What nursing intervention is appropriate for a 70-year-old female patient receiving lithium? - Monitor Fluid and Sodium Intake A nurse is caring fora patient who is taking lithium for mania. The nurse’s assessment includes a notation of a lithium serum level of 2.4 mEq/L. The nurse anticipates seeing what? - clonic movements •serum levels of 2-2.5 mEq/L may produce ataxia, clonic movements, possible seizures and hypotension* The nurse administers chlorpromazine intramuscularly...

Test Bank Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology 5th EditionTable of Contents Chapter 1 Chemical neurotransmission ............................................................................................... 1 Chapter 2 Transporters, Receptors, And Enzymes As Targets Of Psychopharmacological Drug Action 8 Chapter 3 Ion Channels as Targets Of Psychopharmacological Drug Action ..................................... 15 Chapter 4 Psychosis and schizophrenia ...........................................

NUR2459 MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 2 2023 ALL ANSWERED NUR2459 MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 2 2023 ALL ANSWERED Ideas of reference Misconstrue trivial events and attach personal significance to them (believing that others, who are discussing the next meal, are talking about them) Persecution Feel singled out for harm by others (being hunted down by the FBI) Grandeur Believe that they are all powerful and important, like a god Somatic delusions Believe that their body is changing in an unu...