Pharmacology of Psychiatric Medications Quiz

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What is the most appropriate action for the patient?

Switch to a different antipsychotic medication
Immediately stop olanzapine to address the weight gain
Increase olanzapine dose to 20 mg daily
Gradually taper off olanzapine under medical supervision (correct)

What is the significance of the patient's weight gain?

Weight gain indicates a need for higher olanzapine dosage
Weight gain is a common side effect of olanzapine (correct)
Weight gain is unrelated to olanzapine use
Weight gain is a sign of worsening schizophrenia symptoms

How should the patient's concern about type 2 diabetes be addressed?

Disregard the concern as unrelated to the patient's condition
Assure the patient that olanzapine does not affect diabetes risk
Immediately start the patient on diabetes medication
Discuss the increased risk of diabetes with olanzapine and monitor blood glucose levels (correct)

What is the rationale for maintaining the patient on 15 mg olanzapine daily?

<p>To prevent another relapse of psychotic episodes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the patient's request to stop olanzapine be handled?

<p>Discuss the risks and benefits of discontinuing olanzapine and involve the patient in the decision-making process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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