SSRIs MOA and Indications
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What is the primary mechanism of action of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?

  • Inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin only (correct)
  • Inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine
  • Inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine only
  • Inhibiting the reuptake of dopamine and serotonin

    • Which of the following is NOT a common CNS effect associated with the use of SSRIs?

  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Memory loss (correct)

    • For which of the following conditions are SSRIs indicated?

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (correct)
  • Schizophrenia
  • Epilepsy
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome

    • What is a notable adverse effect associated with the use of SSRIs in pediatric patients and adolescents?

    <p>Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should nurses assess for before administering SSRIs?

    <p>Factors that are contraindications and cautions in the use of the drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended period for the drug to reach its full therapeutic effect?

    <p>4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When switching between SSRIs and MAOIs, how long should one wait between the use of these two types of drugs?

    <p>2 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the drug be administered initially?

    <p>Once a day in the morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should nurses assess for before administering SSRIs?

    <p>Affect, orientation, and reflexes; vision; and blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be monitored when a patient is taking SSRIs along with TCAs?

    <p>Increased effects, both therapeutic and toxic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended period for the drug to reach its full therapeutic effect?

    <p>Up to 4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should nurses assess for as part of baseline status before administering SSRIs?

    <p>Liver and kidney function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drug interaction with SSRIs can lead to a life-threatening serotonin syndrome?

    <p>TCAs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When switching between SSRIs and MAOIs, how long should one wait between the use of these two types of drugs?

    <p>2-4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the drug be administered initially?

    <p>Once in the morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

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