30 Questions
Muscle stiffness, tremors, restlessness, and involuntary movements are common side effects of which medication?
Antipsychotic agents
Which antipsychotic medication should be used with caution in patients with Parkinson's disease?
Risperidone
Which symptom indicates a potential need for antipsychotic treatment according to the text?
Restlessness and inability to sit still
What is a common response time to antidepressants in patients with anxiety and depression, according to the text?
4-6 weeks
Which Alzheimer's medication is less prone to drug interactions and cholinergic side effects?
Rivastigmine
What is a typical goal in managing Alzheimer's disease, according to the text?
Delaying the need for nursing home
Which system metabolizes tacrine, donepezil, and galantamine, potentially leading to drug interactions?
P450 enzyme system
Which type of behavior is a core symptom of schizophrenia?
Hyperactive movements
Which antipsychotic class carries a higher risk of extrapyramidal symptoms compared to newer atypical antipsychotics?
Haloperidol
What is a potential side effect of antipsychotic medications in terms of metabolic changes?
High blood sugar levels
What is the main characteristic of neurofibrillary tangles in Alzheimer Disease?
Hyperphosphorylated Tau proteins
Which of the following is NOT a reversible cause of dementia?
Apolipoprotein E
What is the primary mechanism of cholinesterase inhibitors in treating Alzheimer Disease?
Increased levels of acetylcholine
Which of the following is a side effect of rivastigmine?
Headache
What is the expected response time to cholinesterase inhibitors in Alzheimer Disease?
Within 3-6 months
What is the primary reason for switching to another cholinesterase inhibitor in Alzheimer Disease?
Lack of response within 3-6 months
What is the primary cognitive deficit in Alzheimer Disease?
Slow, progressive decline in cognition
Which of the following is a risk factor for Alzheimer Disease?
All of the above
What is the effect of excessive glutamate stimulation in Alzheimer Disease?
Neuronal toxicity
What is the primary benefit of galantamine in Alzheimer Disease?
Improved cognitive function
Which antipsychotic medication should be avoided in patients with a prolonged QT interval?
Fluphenazine
Which antipsychotic carries the least risk of metabolic syndrome?
Lurasidone
Which antipsychotic should be considered for patients with Parkinson disease–related psychosis?
Pimavanserin
Which benzodiazepine is particularly associated with risk for addiction and tolerance?
Alprazolam
Which antipsychotic medication is commonly used in its injectable form for poor compliance or high risk of relapse?
Fluphenazine
What is considered the drug of choice for patients with a history of prescription medication, alcohol, or substance abuse who may become dependent?
Buspirone
Which Alzheimer's medication is not primarily used for memory problems in dementia but rather for anxiety or episodic agitation?
Benzodiazepines
What should be avoided when taking benzodiazepines to prevent exacerbation of existing depression?
Alcohol
Which benzodiazepine carries risks of abuse, misuse, and addiction, potentially leading to overdose or death?
Temazepam
What is the most common side effect associated with benzodiazepines?
Drowsiness
This quiz covers topics related to dementia, neurocognitive disorders, formation of neurofibrillary tangles and plaques, cortical atrophy, and Alzheimer's Disease. It includes information about the causes of dementia such as genetic factors and traumatic brain injury.
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