Mood Stabilizers Quiz

A short-acting sedative-hypnotic sleep agent used to induce sleep.

Melatonin receptor agonists are medications that bind to melatonin receptors in the brain, promoting sleepiness.

Fluoxetine hydrochloride increases serotonin levels in the synaptic cleft by blocking its reuptake.

Zopiclone is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic used to treat insomnia, not depression.

Nortriptyline hydrochloride is a tricyclic antidepressant that works by increasing levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.

Valproate is a mood stabilizer used to treat conditions, such as bipolar disorder, by balancing mood swings.

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are used to treat depression by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain.

First-generation antipsychotic drugs primarily work by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, reducing psychotic symptoms.

First-generation antipsychotic drugs frequently cause weight gain as a significant side effect.

Topiramate is an antiepileptic drug used to treat seizures, not psychosis.

Mood stabilizers are medications designed to help regulate and stabilize mood swings, preventing extreme highs and lows.

First-generation antipsychotics interfere with the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in learning, memory, and muscle function.

Psychotropic drugs are medications used to treat mental illnesses by affecting brain function and neurotransmitter activity.

Endorphins are not directly affected by the common psychotropic drugs mentioned in the text. These drugs primarily target neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.

Ativan (lorazepam) is a benzodiazepine drug commonly used for anxiety treatment.

A key safety consideration when using benzodiazepines for anxiety treatment is to avoid mixing them with alcohol or other CNS-affecting drugs.

Alzheimer's Disease is a specific mental condition listed as being treated with drug therapy.

The precise mechanism of action of psychotropic drugs continues to elude investigators, even with extensive research.

SSRIs are commonly used to treat anxiety and include drugs like citalopram and sertraline.

Citalopram (Celexa) is classified as an SSRI and is used to treat major depression.

Trintellix (vortioxetine) is not a benzodiazepine and is used for depression.

Common side effects of SSRIs used for anxiety include nausea, tremor, and nervousness.

Citalopram (Celexa) can cause serious side effects like seizures and abnormal bleeding or bruising.

Alprazolam is the generic name for the benzodiazepine brand name Xanax.

The therapeutic window for Lithium, a mood stabilizer, is a narrow range between 0.6 and 1.2 milliequivalents per liter.

Increased energy is NOT a symptom of Lithium toxicity, while others, like tremors, confusion, and seizures, are significant indicators of toxicity.

The main concern regarding natural products and supplements is the potential for nerve damage, as their safety and effectiveness are often not well-researched or regulated.

Valium (diazepam) is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety, not schizophrenia.

Muscle pain is NOT a side effect associated with conventional antipsychotics. Common side effects include weight gain, drowsiness, and blurred vision.

Ursula experiences aggression due to her organic brain disorder, which affects her mood and behavior.