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What is the primary mechanism of action of typical antipsychotics in treating schizophrenia?
What is the primary mechanism of action of typical antipsychotics in treating schizophrenia?
- Modulating serotonin and norepinephrine neurotransmission
- Blocking the action of acetylcholine
- Enhancing the activity of GABA
- Acting exclusively on the dopamine system (correct)
Which of the following antidepressants is associated with the risk of hypertensive crisis if patients consume tyramine-rich foods?
Which of the following antidepressants is associated with the risk of hypertensive crisis if patients consume tyramine-rich foods?
- Atypical antidepressants
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (correct)
- Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
What is a common precaution that should be taken when administering antipsychotic medication to elderly patients?
What is a common precaution that should be taken when administering antipsychotic medication to elderly patients?
- Monitoring for signs of diabetes
- Avoiding exposure to extremes in temperature (correct)
- Administering the medication with food
- Increasing the dosage to achieve a faster response
Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for antipsychotic medication?
Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for antipsychotic medication?
What is the advantage of atypical antipsychotics over typical antipsychotics?
What is the advantage of atypical antipsychotics over typical antipsychotics?
Which of the following antipsychotics is classified as a 2nd Gen antipsychotic?
Which of the following antipsychotics is classified as a 2nd Gen antipsychotic?
What is a major side effect that the nurse should observe the patient for when receiving antipsychotics?
What is a major side effect that the nurse should observe the patient for when receiving antipsychotics?
What instruction should the nurse give to the patient to relieve dryness of mouth?
What instruction should the nurse give to the patient to relieve dryness of mouth?
Which of the following is an indication for antipsychotics?
Which of the following is an indication for antipsychotics?
What warning should the nurse give to the patient when first treated with antipsychotics?
What warning should the nurse give to the patient when first treated with antipsychotics?
