Exam 5 Flashcards
A client takes imipramine for depression. Which indicates a need for further instruction?
I know my physician prescribed this medication due to being first-line therapy for depression.
A client being prescribed venlafaxine requests more information on this drug. The nurse responds appropriately with which statement?
You should not abruptly discontinue this drug after you begin taking it.
The nurse prepares to administer lithium carbonate to a client. Which lithium level would concern the nurse the most?
1.6
The nurse giving a seminar lecture regarding the safe use of anticonvulsive medication would include what in her lecture? select all that apply
valproic acid, carbamazepine
Signs and symptoms of acute hypertension that can occur with MAOI drugs include which. Select all that apply.
Occipital headache, Stiff neck, Flushing, Diaphoresis
Duloxetine belongs to which drug class?
SNRI
Which would indicate a normal depakene (valproic acid level)?
52
A client taking isocarboxyzid should have which lunch tray?
Cottage cheese, apples, grapes, pears, apple pie, and water.
What is the greatest predictor of suicide?
Client with a previous suicide attempt.
The nurse assisting with electroconvulsive therapy knows to recover the client in which position?
Lateral recumbent
Which of the following would the nurse observe in a client for if suspecting major depression? Select all that apply.
Insomnia, Weight gain, Feelings of hopelessness, Anhedonia
What is an atypical antidepressant sometimes prescribed for smoking cessation or seasonal affective disorder?
Bupropion
Which duration is required by the DSM V for an official diagnosis with major depression?
2 Weeks
Which of the following is the MOST important intervention for a suicidal client?
Begin 1:1 observation of the client
Which is included in caring for a manic client in the acute care psychiatric unit?
Set limits on behaviors
Lithium is contraindicated in which client conditions? Select all that apply.
pregnant in 1st trimester, CHF , sodium-restricted diet
Which ethnicity have possible increased risk of toxicity with drugs such as lithium due to liver metabolism of drugs?
Asian
Which of the following drugs is an SSRI?
Escitalopram
Signs and Symptoms of Serotonin Syndrome include which of the following? Select all that apply
Myoclonus, Shivering, BP 188/122
Which of the following are MAOIs? Select all that apply
Isocarboxyzid, tranylcypromine, phenelzine
What is the most common psychiatric illness world-wide and largest cause of disability?
Major depression
What are the DSM-5 criteria of major depression?
Anhedonia, significant weight change, change in sleep, change in activity, fatigue, guilt or worthlessness, concentration, suicidality
What are the first line meds for depression due to lower side effect profile?
SSRI
What are side effects of SSRI?
Stomach upset, sexual dysfunction, serotonin syndrome
What is the acronym for SSRI Meds
Sad Sera’s Really Irritable(because) Fruit Flies (are such a) PESC!
What gender is most affected by depression
Women
When does depression normally onset?
Mid-Twenties
What factor makes it 3 times more likely for someone to develop major depression?
First-Degree biologic relatives
What meds are SSRIs?
Fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, escitalopram, sertraline, citalopram
What action does SNRIs have?
Blocks reuptake of norepinephrine as well as serotonin
What is the acronym for SNRIs
DVD
What does DVD stand for?
Duloxetine, Venlafaxine, Desvenlafaxine
What sign effects do SNRIs have?
tremors, nausea, headache, dry mouth, blurred vision, increased BP, sexual side effects, nervousness, dizziness
What are some good teaching points for SNRIs?
Side effects, monitor for increased BP, sugar-free beverages and hard candy for dry mouth, take with food, monitor for suicide(energy increases before mood) other medications are available if do not work.
What is the action of Tricyclic Antidepressants(TCAs)
Block reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine as well as histamine and acetylcholine-older medications and not used as often due to issues with side effects.
What questions should you ask the patient if suicide ideation is suspected
Do they have thoughts of suicide, do they have a plan, do they have the means?
Thrombocytopenia, cardiac symptoms, anticholinergic, seizures are side effects of what class of meds?
TCAs
What are some teaching points for TCAs
how to manage side effects, caution in clients with glaucoma, cardiac disease and diabetes, caution that these drugs are very sedating and can take a fatal overdose, can trigger hallucinations in those with latent schizophrenia
What is the acronym for TCAs?
Ami’s Dinner Included No Protein!
What medications are TCAs?
Amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, nortriptyline, protriptyline
An enzyme called monoamine oxidase is involved in removing the neurotransmitters, norepinephrine, serotonin and dopamine from the brain
MAOIs prevent this from happening
Period of 2-6 weeks when changing from another drug to MAOI
“wash out” period
What major side effect is caused if patients on MAOIs do not follow dietary guidelines?
Dangerously high BP
What should patient’s on MAOIs avoid?
tyramine
What is the acronym for MAOIs?
Pepperoni Incudes Tyramine
What medications Pepperoni Includes Tyramine stand for?
Phenelzine, Isocarboxyzid, Tranylcypromine
Occipital headache, palpitation, reck stiffness, nausea, vomiting, sweating, dilated pupils, photophobia, tachy or bradycardia are symptoms of?
Hypertensive Crisis
Side effects of MAOI
insomnia, muscle aches, low BP, dry mouth, sexual side effects, nervousness, dizziness, avoid decongestants
Teaching points for MAOIs
low-tyramine diet, report taking new meds, s/s of hypertensive crisis, monitor suicidal ideation.
Occurs when there is an inadequate wash-out period between and SSRI and an MAOI of when two or more substances are being ingested that increase serotonin in the CNS
Serotonin Syndrome
How do you diagnose Serotonin Syndrome
No antipsychotic meds used or increased, symptoms make serotonin levels rise, no other obvious causes of fever or confusion
S/s of Serotonin Syndrome
mental status change, agitation, myoclonus, shivering, diarrhea, hyper-reflexia, Ataxia/incoordination, diaphoresis, fever
Nursing interventions for serotonin syndrom?
discontinue, supportive measures to reduce hypertension, respiratory distress, tachycardia, and hyperthermia, benzodiazepines(diazepram/lorezepam) treat myoclonus and resultant hyperthermia, other meds (pg.688)
What medication is ineffective in treating serotonin syndrome?
Clonazepam
Whats very important to remember for antidepressants?
They give the energy to go through with suicide
What should happen when starting elderly people on antidepressants?
START LOW AND GO SLOW
What affects can antidepressants have on patients with bipolar disorder?
cause Manic episodes
What another form of treatment for major depressive disorder?
Electroconvulsive Therapy(ECT)
procedure in which a small electric current is passed through the brain, stimulating a seizure-like response?
ECT
What does ECT intel?
12 treatments
What medication is given 30 min prior to ECT to reduce secretions?
Atropine
A chronic depressive state for the majority of days for at least 2 years?
dysthymic disorder