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Which class of antidepressants is preferred over others due to less adverse effects?

  • MAOIs
  • SSRIs (correct)
  • SNRIs
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

Which antidepressant class inhibits the reuptake of both serotonin and norepinephrine?

  • SNRIs (correct)
  • MAOIs
  • Tricyclic antidepressants
  • SSRIs

Which antidepressant class has adverse effects including orthostatic hypotension, dysrhythmias, sedation, weight gain, and anticholinergic effects?

  • MAOIs
  • SNRIs
  • Tricyclic antidepressants (correct)
  • SSRIs

Which antidepressant class is contraindicated with medications containing tyramine?

<p>MAOIs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which atypical antipsychotic drug has a black box warning for increased risk of death in older patients with dementia?

<p>Haloperidol (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adverse effect is common to both typical and atypical antipsychotic drugs?

<p>Extrapyramidal effects (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which class of drugs should be used cautiously in patients with impaired liver or renal function?

<p>SNRIs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which antidepressant class should be monitored for suicide risk and cardiac problems for up to 5 days?

<p>Tricyclic antidepressants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which class of drugs is primarily used for major depressive disorder?

<p>SNRIs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which class of antidepressants has an action of inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin to increase the amount that circulates in the brain?

<p>SSRIs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic level range for lithium?

<p>0.6 to 1.5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the early signs of lithium toxicity?

<p>Tremor, vomiting, and diarrhea (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of CNS stimulants like methylphenidate (Ritalin) in treating ADHD?

<p>Increasing stimulation of the reticular activating system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD)?

<p>Tobacco use and sedentary lifestyle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of nitroglycerin on vessel smooth muscle?

<p>Inducing vasodilation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of sublingual doses of nitroglycerin that can be given for acute angina?

<p>3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary route of administration for nitroglycerin in chronic angina?

<p>Patch/ointment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for the use of nitroglycerin?

<p>Use of Viagra (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary adverse effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin) in children?

<p>Anorexia and weight loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary route of administration for nitroglycerin in acute angina?

<p>Sublingual (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of dobutamine?

<p>Increases cardiac output and myocardial contractility without much change in heart rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the adverse effects of norepinephrine (Levophed)?

<p>Watch for arrhythmias and monitor blood pressure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of pharmacologic therapy for hypovolemic shock?

<p>To restore effective tissue perfusion and increase blood volume (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common adverse effects of calcium channel blockers?

<p>Liver hepatotoxicity, hypotension, bradycardia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is low dose dopamine indicated?

<p>At low doses, it causes renal and mesenteric arterial dilation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of phentolamine as an agent for extravasation?

<p>Quickly vasodilates and returns blood flow to the skin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of unstable angina?

<p>Sudden onset, increased intensity, occurs without clear cause (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of PDE-5 inhibitors?

<p>Causes vasodilation and decrease in blood flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the action of dopamine in treating hypotension and shock?

<p>Increases contractility and heart rate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the patient education regarding the use of sublingual medication?

<p>It should burn/tingle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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