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What is the primary mechanism by which antidepressants exert their therapeutic effect?
What is the primary mechanism by which antidepressants exert their therapeutic effect?
- Decreasing the levels of monoamine oxidase
- Increasing the release of neurotransmitters from presynaptic neurons
- Preventing the reuptake of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin by presynaptic neurons (correct)
- Blocking the action of acetylcholine
Which of the following antidepressants is classified as a Mood-Stabilizing Agent?
Which of the following antidepressants is classified as a Mood-Stabilizing Agent?
- Phenelzine
- Citalopram
- Lithium carbonate (correct)
- Amitriptyline
What is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants?
What is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants?
- Sedation (correct)
- Weight loss
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
Which of the following conditions is NOT a listed use of antidepressant drugs?
Which of the following conditions is NOT a listed use of antidepressant drugs?
What is the action of tricyclic antidepressants on acetylcholine?
What is the action of tricyclic antidepressants on acetylcholine?
What is the primary use of lithium carbonate in treating bipolar disorder?
What is the primary use of lithium carbonate in treating bipolar disorder?
Why are baseline studies of renal, cardiac, and thyroid status necessary before starting lithium therapy?
Why are baseline studies of renal, cardiac, and thyroid status necessary before starting lithium therapy?
What should the patient be advised to do if they experience dry mouth while taking lithium carbonate?
What should the patient be advised to do if they experience dry mouth while taking lithium carbonate?
What should the patient be cautioned to avoid when taking lithium carbonate?
What should the patient be cautioned to avoid when taking lithium carbonate?
Why should patients receiving MAO inhibitors avoid certain foods and beverages?
Why should patients receiving MAO inhibitors avoid certain foods and beverages?
What is the primary way that tricyclic antidepressants alleviate depression?
What is the primary way that tricyclic antidepressants alleviate depression?
What is a common adverse effect of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?
What is a common adverse effect of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?
Why are Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) infrequently used?
Why are Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) infrequently used?
What is the result of tyramine absorption when deactivation is blocked by MAOIs?
What is the result of tyramine absorption when deactivation is blocked by MAOIs?
What type of food should be avoided when taking MAOIs?
What type of food should be avoided when taking MAOIs?
