Pharm Final Exam Chapter 15: Antianxiety Medications

<p>You may experience dizziness when standing up. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has a low potential for abuse. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Within 2-3 weeks. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Smoking can increase the metabolism of benzodiazepines. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1 month (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>The patient did not taper off the medication gradually enough. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines are often used as short-term solutions for anxiety and require monitoring for potential dependence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient reports feeling calmer and able to participate in everyday activities more easily. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inform the healthcare provider about the patient's experience and potential need for dosage adjustment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>The patient's tremors and pacing have decreased significantly. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Buspirone does not affect GABA receptors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ensure the patient's safety by implementing appropriate interventions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>The patient can sleep 5 hours a night, not exhibit tremors or pacing, and attend and actively participate in group sessions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased risk of birth defects (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines can readily cross into breast milk and affect the infant. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased muscle tone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepine use is generally discouraged, especially in the first trimester. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines readily cross the placenta and enter fetal circulation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Analgesics (B), Antihistamines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prevention of extrapyramidal adverse effects and tardive dyskinesia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>History of precipitation stressors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elimination of all symptoms of anxiety. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Relief of anxiety, allergic reactions, and nausea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessment of cognitive function (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Provide for patient safety. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is an irresistible craving for a drug, even if it is harmful. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient will report decreased anxiety levels after 1 week of treatment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Combining alcohol with CNS depressants may enhance drowsiness and dizziness.

Common side effects include dizziness, nervousness, and drowsiness, without addiction risk.

Recent anxiety reactions respond better to benzodiazepines than long-term anxiety.

Long-term anxiety is better treated by medications like Zoloft and Prozac, not benzodiazepines.

Patients should be warned about possible dizziness upon standing.

Smoking increases the metabolism of benzodiazepines, potentially requiring higher doses.

Buspirone has minimal potential for abuse compared to other anxiolytics.

Signs of improvement with buspirone typically take longer than 3 days to be noticed.

Benzodiazepines can enter breast milk and affect infants.

Infants may show withdrawal signs like hypotonia if benzodiazepines were used by the mother during pregnancy.

SSRIs are often the first-line treatment for OCD.

Buspirone has minimal potential for abuse and may take longer than 3 days for effects.

Safety is the priority when caring for suicidal patients.

Lorazepam is best given intramuscularly for patients with nausea and vomiting from alcohol withdrawal.

Psychological drug dependence is characterized by emotional and mental reliance on a drug.

Buspirone shows signs of improvement typically after more than 3 days of use.

Medications should be gradually reduced over 4 weeks before discontinuation.

Preferred benzodiazepine for anxiety related to alcohol withdrawal.

First-line treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Expected to decrease anxiety to a manageable level.

Withdrawal from antianxiety medication must be supervised by a healthcare provider.

Benzodiazepines without active metabolites are safer, especially in liver impairment.

Patient reports sleeping better and increased interest in activities indicates success after 1 week.

Not effective for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

An anxiolytic with low sedative effects; does not affect GABA receptors.

Providing patient safety is the priority nursing action with suicidal statements.

Intramuscular is preferred for patients unable to take medication orally due to nausea.

Therapeutic outcomes include improved sleep, reduced anxiety signs, and participation in therapy.

Physical symptoms that arise without a clear medical cause, often linked to stress.

Substances like alcohol can increase the toxicity of benzodiazepines.

A mental health disorder characterized by excessive worry about various aspects of life.

An environment that minimizes stressors to help stabilize patients with anxiety.

Blood glucose levels are not assessed in evaluating anxiety.

Benzodiazepines should be avoided during the first trimester.

Infants exposed to benzodiazepines may show signs of withdrawal.

Benzodiazepines readily cross the placenta into fetal circulation.

Measures of effectiveness such as improved sleep, reduced anxiety symptoms, and participation in therapy.

Includes symptoms like decreased tremors, better sleep quality, and active engagement in group therapy.

Alcohol, antihistamines, analgesics, sedatives, and hypnotics can enhance sedative effects of benzodiazepines.

Relieves anxiety while also controlling itching, vomiting, and reducing need for sedation pre- and post-surgery.

Concurrent use can lead to excessive sedation and decreased motor function.

Includes physical examination, psychological evaluation, and history of stressors.

Decreases the need for sedatives and pain relievers before surgery as an anxiolytic.

Physical symptoms like chest pain that may arise from anxiety, especially in stressful situations.