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Which medication belongs to the non-benzodiazepine class of antianxiety medications?
Which medication belongs to the non-benzodiazepine class of antianxiety medications?
What should patients avoid when taking MAOIs?
What should patients avoid when taking MAOIs?
Which medication is classified as a typical antipsychotic?
Which medication is classified as a typical antipsychotic?
Which of the following antidepressants is an SNRI?
Which of the following antidepressants is an SNRI?
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What is a common side effect of benzodiazepines?
What is a common side effect of benzodiazepines?
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Which mood stabilizer is commonly used in the treatment of bipolar disorder?
Which mood stabilizer is commonly used in the treatment of bipolar disorder?
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What can occur as a side effect of typical antipsychotics?
What can occur as a side effect of typical antipsychotics?
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Which medication is indicated for patients who have difficulty with medication compliance?
Which medication is indicated for patients who have difficulty with medication compliance?
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Which class of medications does pramipexole belong to?
Which class of medications does pramipexole belong to?
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Which antidepressant medication is a TCA?
Which antidepressant medication is a TCA?
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Study Notes
Pharmacology Review - NUR 351
- Know which medications belong to which class.
Antianxiety Medications
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Benzodiazepines: Diazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam
- Side effects include sedation and drowsiness.
- Patient teaching: Avoid operating heavy machinery while taking these medications.
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Non-Benzodiazepines: Buspirone
- No specific mention of side effects or patient teaching, other than general info.
Antidepressant Medications
- TCAs (Tricyclic antidepressants): Amitriptyline, imipramine, nortriptyline
- SSRIs (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors): Fluoxetine, paroxetine, citalopram, escitalopram, sertraline
- SNRIs (Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors): Venlafaxine, duloxetine
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MAOIs (Monoamine oxidase inhibitors): Tranylcypromine, phenelzine
- Important to avoid tyramine-containing foods, as this can cause a hypertensive crisis.
Antimanic Medications (Mood Stabilizers)
- Lithium
- Anticonvulsants: Valproic acid, carbamazepine, gabapentin, lamotrigine
Antipsychotic Medications
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Typical Antipsychotics: Chlorpromazine, haloperidol, fluphenazine, thioridazine, thiothixene
- Potential side effects include dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), stiff neck, and thickened speech; this needs intervention.
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Atypical Antipsychotics: Risperidone, olanzapine, clozapine, quetiapine
- Atypical antipsychotics generally have fewer extrapyramidal side effects (EPS) than typical antipsychotics. Commonly used for newly diagnosed patients.
Depot Medications
- Depot medications are longer-acting forms (weeks or months) compared to oral or regular injection forms.
- Useful for patients with medication non-compliance. Risperidone is an example.
Antiparkinson Medications
- Dopamine Agonist: Pramipexole, Carbidopa/levodopa
- Anticholinergic: Benztropine
- Antihistamine: Diphenhydramine
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This quiz covers key pharmacological classifications, focusing on antianxiety, antidepressant, and antimanic medications. It explores the various classes of drugs, their side effects, and important patient education points. Enhance your understanding of medication management in nursing.
