18.4 pharmacologic agents Flashcards
1
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antidepressants
A
an agent to suppress the symptoms of depression
2
Q
antipsychotic
A
an agent helpful in the treatment of psychosis
3
Q
barbiturate
A
central nervous system depressant used as a hypnotic, anxiolytic, or anticonvulsant.
4
Q
benzodiazepine
A
central nervous system depressant used as a hypnotic, anxiolytic, or anticonvulsant, or to produce amnesia
5
Q
hypnotic
A
an agent that promotes sleep
6
Q
sedative
A
agent that calms nervous excitement
7
Q
stabilizer
A
agent that helps create a steady state
8
Q
stimulant
A
agent that excites functional activity
9
Q
tranquilizer
A
agent that calms without sedating or depressing
