Antipsychotics and Schizophrenia Symptoms Quiz
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Which category of symptoms do antipsychotics primarily target in schizophrenia treatment?

  • Negative symptoms
  • Positive symptoms (correct)
  • Movement disorders
  • Metabolic effects
  • What is a common adverse effect of 1st generation antipsychotics related to movement disorders?

  • Variable sedation
  • Parkinsonism (correct)
  • Metabolic effects
  • Arrhythmias
  • Which antipsychotic drug can be used to block the storage of dopamine in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia?

  • Clozapine
  • Risperidone
  • Valbenazine (correct)
  • Haloperidol
  • What is a distinguishing feature of 2nd generation antipsychotics compared to 1st generation in terms of their side effects?

    <p>Metabolic effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is NOT associated with negative symptoms in schizophrenia?

    <p>Paranoia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common mechanism of action for 2nd generation antipsychotics?

    <p>Blockade of serotonin receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of antipsychotics is especially problematic for causing movement disorders like acute dystonia and Parkinsonism?

    <p>1st Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is NOT typically associated with negative symptoms in schizophrenia?

    <p>Agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What movement disorder symptom involves restless movement and poses a risk of suicide?

    <p>Akathisia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of antipsychotics blocks both D2 dopamine and serotonin receptors?

    <p>2nd Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common metabolic effect associated with 2nd generation antipsychotics?

    <p>Weight Gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is primarily targeted by 1st generation antipsychotics in the treatment of schizophrenia?

    <p>Positive Symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the black box warning associated with 1st generation antipsychotics?

    <p>Elderly Mortality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of symptoms are characterized by features like reduced motivation, decreased speech, and blunt affect in schizophrenia?

    <ul> <li>Symptoms</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

    'Extrapyramidal Symptoms' are associated with the adverse effects of which generation of antipsychotic drugs?

    <p>1st Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of antipsychotic drugs is more likely to cause extrapyramidal symptoms like dystonia and Parkinsonism?

    <p>1st Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which side effect is more common with 2nd generation antipsychotics compared to 1st generation ones?

    <p>Metabolic effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antipsychotic drug is associated with a higher risk of agranulocytosis despite being more effective?

    <p>Clozapine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of treatment speed, which generation of antipsychotics has a rapid onset but takes months for full effect?

    <p>1st Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of antipsychotics is known for causing less extrapyramidal side effects compared to the other?

    <p>2nd Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benzodiazepine is known to be a good drug choice for the elderly?

    <p>Diazepam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential adverse effect of benzodiazepines in the young population?

    <p>Respiratory depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is classified as a GABA receptor competitive antagonist?

    <p>Flumazenil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse effect associated with benzodiazepine-like drugs?

    <p>Drowsiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category of symptoms are primarily targeted by benzodiazepine-like drugs?

    <p>Reduced motivation and blunted affect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an adverse effect that can occur with the use of Flumazenil?

    <p>Daytime drowsiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between Benzodiazepines and Barbiturates in terms of their adverse effects?

    <p>Barbiturates have a high potential for drug abuse and fatal respiratory depression, whereas Benzodiazepines do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug classification works on GABA receptors, has very few adverse effects, and no potential for abuse?

    <p>Buspirone (Buspar)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why Benzodiazepines have replaced Barbiturates in sedative use?

    <p>Fewer adverse effects and lower risk of tolerance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication has a short half-life of 2-5 hours and is mainly used to promote sleep?

    <p>Ramelteon (Rozerem)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are Barbiturates known to have a high potential for drug abuse?

    <p>They work on GABA receptors and induce hepatic metabolizing enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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