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Which of the following is a common negative sign of schizophrenia?
Which of the following is a common negative sign of schizophrenia?
- Auditory disturbances
- Hallucinations
- Delusions
- Apathy (correct)
What is a key characteristic of akathisia as an extrapyramidal side effect?
What is a key characteristic of akathisia as an extrapyramidal side effect?
- Muscle spasms
- Restlessness and anxiety (correct)
- Abnormal facial movements
- Tremors and abnormal gait
Which neurotransmitters are primarily involved in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia?
Which neurotransmitters are primarily involved in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia?
- Cannabinoids, opioids, and glycine
- Acetylcholine, GABA, and norepinephrine
- Dopamine, serotonin, and glutamate (correct)
- Endorphins, adrenaline, and histamine
What is a characteristic feature of tardive dyskinesias (TD) caused by antipsychotic medications?
What is a characteristic feature of tardive dyskinesias (TD) caused by antipsychotic medications?
Which category of drugs is commonly known to cause psychotic symptoms if taken in high doses?
Which category of drugs is commonly known to cause psychotic symptoms if taken in high doses?
What is the primary function of second-generation antipsychotics in the treatment of schizophrenia?
What is the primary function of second-generation antipsychotics in the treatment of schizophrenia?
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In the context of schizophrenia, which of the following is a critical element for the successful treatment of patients?
In the context of schizophrenia, which of the following is a critical element for the successful treatment of patients?
What is one major risk associated with the use of first-generation antipsychotics in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis?
What is one major risk associated with the use of first-generation antipsychotics in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis?
Which method can help improve medication adherence in patients with schizophrenia?
Which method can help improve medication adherence in patients with schizophrenia?
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