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Which of the following is true about lithium?
Which of the following is true about lithium?
- Its therapeutic range is 0.4-1.0 mEq/L, and levels above 5 mEq/L are considered toxic
- It is primarily used to control acute bipolar disorder and prevent recurrence of mania/depression (correct)
- It is a heavy metal naturally found in the body
- It should be taken with a low sodium diet to prevent toxicity
Which of the following drugs can increase the risk of lithium toxicity?
Which of the following drugs can increase the risk of lithium toxicity?
- Diuretics
- NSAIDs/Aspirin
- Anticholinergics
- All of the above (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of valproate (Depakote) in the treatment of bipolar disorder?
What is the mechanism of action of valproate (Depakote) in the treatment of bipolar disorder?
- It blocks voltage-sensitive sodium channels (correct)
- It inhibits the reuptake of serotonin
- It promotes the release of norepinephrine and dopamine
- It potentiates GABA activity
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of valproate (Depakote)?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of valproate (Depakote)?
What is the primary use of benzodiazepines like diazepam (Valium) and alprazolam (Xanax)?
What is the primary use of benzodiazepines like diazepam (Valium) and alprazolam (Xanax)?
What is a potential risk associated with the long-term use of benzodiazepines?
What is a potential risk associated with the long-term use of benzodiazepines?
What is the mechanism of action of hypnotic drugs like eszopiclone (Lunesta) and zolpidem (Ambien)?
What is the mechanism of action of hypnotic drugs like eszopiclone (Lunesta) and zolpidem (Ambien)?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin), a stimulant drug used to treat ADHD?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin), a stimulant drug used to treat ADHD?
What is a potential drug interaction to be aware of when using methylphenidate (Ritalin)?
What is a potential drug interaction to be aware of when using methylphenidate (Ritalin)?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of lithium?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of lithium?
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