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What is a common sign of role strain in caregivers of clients with dementia?
What is a common sign of role strain in caregivers of clients with dementia?
In which stage of dementia do personality and emotional changes typically occur?
In which stage of dementia do personality and emotional changes typically occur?
What may indicate that a person with dementia is in the severe stage of the condition?
What may indicate that a person with dementia is in the severe stage of the condition?
When might most people start living in nursing facilities with dementia?
When might most people start living in nursing facilities with dementia?
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What is a potential consequence of neglecting caregiver role strain?
What is a potential consequence of neglecting caregiver role strain?
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What is an important component of providing care at home to clients with dementia?
What is an important component of providing care at home to clients with dementia?
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What is a common side effect of Pemoline (Cylert)?
What is a common side effect of Pemoline (Cylert)?
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Which of the following side effects is NOT commonly associated with Atomoxetine (Strattera)?
Which of the following side effects is NOT commonly associated with Atomoxetine (Strattera)?
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Why do individuals taking Atomoxetine (Strattera) need to have liver function tests periodically?
Why do individuals taking Atomoxetine (Strattera) need to have liver function tests periodically?
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How does Dementia typically present in terms of onset?
How does Dementia typically present in terms of onset?
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What type of drug is Atomoxetine (Strattera) in the treatment of ADHD?
What type of drug is Atomoxetine (Strattera) in the treatment of ADHD?
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What abnormal movements are associated with tardive dyskinesia?
What abnormal movements are associated with tardive dyskinesia?
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Which condition is characterized by muscle rigidity, high fever, and increased muscle enzymes?
Which condition is characterized by muscle rigidity, high fever, and increased muscle enzymes?
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What is a common symptom of akathisia?
What is a common symptom of akathisia?
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Which of the following is an irreversible side effect of antipsychotic medications?
Which of the following is an irreversible side effect of antipsychotic medications?
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What is a common manifestation of neuroleptic-induced parkinsonism?
What is a common manifestation of neuroleptic-induced parkinsonism?
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Why should all patients using antipsychotics be screened for tardive dyskinesia?
Why should all patients using antipsychotics be screened for tardive dyskinesia?
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What is the purpose of cholinesterase inhibitors like Donepezil, Rivastigmine, and Galantamine in managing dementia?
What is the purpose of cholinesterase inhibitors like Donepezil, Rivastigmine, and Galantamine in managing dementia?
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Which type of antidepressants is preferred for dementia patients due to having fewer side effects?
Which type of antidepressants is preferred for dementia patients due to having fewer side effects?
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What is the role of antipsychotics like haloperidol, olanzapine, risperidone, and quetiapine in dementia management?
What is the role of antipsychotics like haloperidol, olanzapine, risperidone, and quetiapine in dementia management?
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Which medication is specifically used to slow the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease?
Which medication is specifically used to slow the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease?
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In what cases would antipsychotics like haloperidol, olanzapine, risperidone, and quetiapine be prescribed for dementia patients?
In what cases would antipsychotics like haloperidol, olanzapine, risperidone, and quetiapine be prescribed for dementia patients?
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What are the main therapeutic effects of cholinesterase inhibitors like Donepezil, Rivastigmine, and Galantamine in dementia management?
What are the main therapeutic effects of cholinesterase inhibitors like Donepezil, Rivastigmine, and Galantamine in dementia management?
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What are the major extrapyramidal symptoms (EPSs) associated with antipsychotic drugs?
What are the major extrapyramidal symptoms (EPSs) associated with antipsychotic drugs?
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What is a common side effect of antipsychotic drugs that resembles symptoms of Parkinson's disease?
What is a common side effect of antipsychotic drugs that resembles symptoms of Parkinson's disease?
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Which anticholinergic medication is commonly used to treat acute dystonia caused by antipsychotic drugs?
Which anticholinergic medication is commonly used to treat acute dystonia caused by antipsychotic drugs?
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What is the term for abnormal movement caused by typical antipsychotics?
What is the term for abnormal movement caused by typical antipsychotics?
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What are the symptoms of acute dystonia caused by antipsychotic drugs?
What are the symptoms of acute dystonia caused by antipsychotic drugs?
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Which side effect of antipsychotic drugs typically resolves spontaneously or with discontinuation of the causative medication?
Which side effect of antipsychotic drugs typically resolves spontaneously or with discontinuation of the causative medication?
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