Neurological Prototype Drugs

A patient is experiencing an opioid overdose. Which of the following medications would be most appropriate to administer?

Which medication is most likely to be administered to induce a state of unconsciousness for a surgical procedure?

A patient with a seizure disorder has been prescribed phenytoin. What is the primary mechanism by which phenytoin prevents seizures?

A patient is prescribed alprazolam for anxiety. Which of the following neurotransmitter systems is primarily affected by this medication?

Which of the following medications is primarily used to treat insomnia by promoting sleep?

Levetiracetam is prescribed for a patient with epilepsy. Which class of medications does levetiracetam belong to?

A patient with Parkinson's disease is prescribed carbidopa/levodopa. What is the role of carbidopa in this combination therapy?

Donepezil is prescribed for a patient with Alzheimer's disease. Which neurotransmitter system does donepezil primarily target to improve cognitive function?

A patient with generalized anxiety disorder is prescribed buspirone. How does buspirone differ from benzodiazepines in treating anxiety?

Fluoxetine is prescribed for a patient with depression. What is the primary mechanism of action of fluoxetine?

Haloperidol, a butyrophenone, is primarily used to treat which of the following conditions?

A patient is diagnosed with bipolar disorder and prescribed lithium. What is the primary indication for using lithium in this patient?

Amphetamine, a central nervous system stimulant, is commonly used to treat which of the following conditions?

A patient taking carbidopa/levodopa for Parkinson's disease experiences nausea as a side effect. Which strategy is LEAST likely to help manage this side effect?

A patient on fluoxetine reports experiencing sexual dysfunction. What is the most appropriate initial action the healthcare provider should take?

A patient taking lithium for bipolar disorder is also prescribed a diuretic for hypertension. Which electrolyte level should be closely monitored in this patient due to the potential for drug interaction?

A patient is prescribed zolpidem for insomnia. What should the nurse educate the patient about regarding the timing of administration of this medication?

A patient is receiving phenytoin for seizure control. What is an important consideration for long-term management of this medication?

A patient who has been taking alprazolam for several months suddenly stops taking the medication. Which withdrawal symptom is the patient MOST likely to experience?