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1
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What med is a non-benzo for long term use pertaining to anxiety?

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buspirone (Buspar)

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What meds are psychostimulants? (3)

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  1. Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
  2. Lisdexamfetamine (Vivanse)
  3. Methylphenidate (Concerta, Daytrana)
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What SNRI treats ADHD?

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Atomexetine (Strattera)

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What meds decrease ETOH cravings? (2)

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  1. Naltrexone (Trexan)
  2. Topiramate (Topamax)
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What med initiates a negative reaction when a pt drinks alcohol in any form?

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Disulfiram (Antabuse)

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What are special considerations for Antabuse?

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Must sign consent
Must desire to quit

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What med is for heroin withdrawal?

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Methadone

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What antipsychotics have a black box warning for suicidal ideation? (2)

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  1. Aripiprazole (Abilify)
  2. Quetiapine (Seroquel)
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What is the black box warning for clozapine (Clozapine)?

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Can cause agranulocytosis

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Which antipsychotic is used during pregnancy?

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atypical

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What antipsychotics are typical? (2)

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  1. Chlorpromazine (Thorazine)
  2. Haloperidol (Haldol)
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What are nursing considerations for Lithium? (5)

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  1. Administer with food
  2. Administer at bedtime
  3. Toxicity
  4. Watch salt intake
  5. Contraindicated in pregnancy
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What is the appropriate serum level for lithium?

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0.8-1.2 mEq/L

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14
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What chemical do benzos enhance?

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GABA

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15
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What chemical do antipsychotics decrease?

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Dopamine

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16
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What chemical does Buspirone enhance?

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Serotonin

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What are side effects of mood stabilizers aka Lithium? (8)

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  1. fine hand tremors
  2. polyuria
  3. mild thirst
  4. mild nausea
  5. general discomfort
  6. wt gain
  7. slowed thinking
  8. fatigue
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What are side effects of lithium toxicity? (6)

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  1. vomiting
  2. slurred speech
  3. diarrhea
  4. confusion
  5. nystagmus
  6. arrythmias
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What labs should be done often when a patient is on lithium?

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renal
thyroid
drug levels

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20
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Typical Antipsychotics treats…

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positive symptoms of schizophrenia

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21
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Typical Antipsychotics can cause…

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extrapyramidal symptoms

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Atypical Antipsychotics treats…

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positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia

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What are the side effects of atypical antipsychotics?

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metabolic syndrome:
- wt gain
- dyslipidemia
- insulin resistance

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What are the side effects of typical antipsychotics?

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  1. akathisia (restlessness)
    aka muscle problems
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25
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What is tardive dyskinesia?

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long-term use of antipsychotics can cause involuntary movements of facial muscles, tongue, and limbs

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26
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All antipsychotics have which side effects?

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anticholinergic

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27
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What do you use to assess extrapyramidal side effects?

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AIMS
Abnormal involuntary movement scale

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What assessment could the nurse perform to assess for extrapyramidal side effects?

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feel for cogwheel rigidity in shoulder joints during movement

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29
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What medications are used to treat EPS symptoms caused by antipsychotic medications?

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benadryl
benztropine

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30
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How do antiretrovirals for HIV work?

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-includes at least three medications
-inhibits viral replication or entry into cell

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31
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Side effects of antiretrovirals for HIV?

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flu-like symptoms
skin dryness
rashes
anemia
numbness/tingling
depression
fat redistribution
hepatic/renal failure

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32
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Immunomodulators?

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Interferons
Glatiramer acetate

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33
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Immunosupressants?

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Dimethyl fumarate (Tecfidera)
Mitoxantrone

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Side effects of psychostimulants?

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insomnia, appetite suppression, headache, abdominal pain, lethargy

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What are Antiretroviral interactions?

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PPIs
Antacids
St. John’s Wort

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36
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What are nursing considerations for interferons? (2)

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  1. report depression or SI
  2. photosensitivity
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37
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What must be avoided when taking immuno-drugs?

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rigorous exercise

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38
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What medications are used for maintenance of anxiety?

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SSRI
SSNRI
TCAs

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39
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What medications are used for acute anxiety?

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Benzos
Buspirone

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40
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How is the acute phase of schizophrenia directed?

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Patient safety and medical stabilization

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41
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How are the stabilization and maintenance phases of schizophrenia directed?

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focus on relapse prevention

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42
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Warning signs of suicide: “Is path warm”

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Ideation
Substance Use
Purposelessness
Anxiety
Trapped
Hopelessness
Withdrawal
Anger
Recklessness
Mood Change

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4 Behavioral warning signs of suicide

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  1. giving away possessions
  2. reckless behavior or risk taking
  3. withdrawal from friends and family
  4. increased substance use
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What are the 4 screening tools used for mood disorders?

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  1. Beck
  2. Hamilton
  3. Geriatric Depression
  4. PHQ-9
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45
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What is the first line response for bipolar and depression?

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medication

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46
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When is a patient with depression at most risk for suicide?

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2-3 weeks after starting medication because they start feeling better

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How long is the acute phase of MDD?

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6-12 weeks

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48
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What is the first line medication category used for mania?

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mood stabilizers

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49
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What is included in phase 1 of schizophrenia?

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florid, disruptive symptoms, marked decrease in daily functioning

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50
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Treatment of choice for personality disorders?

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CBT
DON’T MEDICATE

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51
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Intervention for BPD

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DBT

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52
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What is the priority of care when working with patients who have personality disorders?

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safety

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53
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What assessment tool is for risk of alcohol dependence?

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3 & 10 question AUDITS

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54
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What score is at risk for alcohol addiction?

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8-15

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55
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What score is at risk for drug addiction?

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1-2

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What is the nursing intervention when the patient is identified as at risk for addiction?

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brief intervention

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57
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What is the nursing intervention when the patient is identified as moderate/high risk for addiction?

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brief intervention
referral to treatment
behavioral therapy

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58
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Alcohol withdrawal symptoms 24-48hr:

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anxiety
tachycardia
tremors
irritabiltity

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59
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Alcohol withdrawal symptoms 48-72hr:

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delirium

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60
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Stimulant (cocaine, amphetamines) withdrawal symptoms:

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depression
fatigue

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Depressant (opiates) withdrawal symptoms:

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rhinorrhea
insomnia
cramps
panic
chills/fever

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What are nursing actions for substance abuse? SBIRT

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Screening
Brief-
Intervention
Referral to
Treatment

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63
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In acute stabilization of substance disorder what is priority?

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physical needs

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64
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What audit score for men is positive?

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> 4

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65
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What audit score for women is positive?

66
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What is the most difficult time for quitting?

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3-6 months after starting

67
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What are the nursing actions for the acute phase of grieving?

A

provide presence
(active listening/observing)

68
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When is the average age of onset for mood disorders?

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30s and late 60s

69
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What is a risk factor for psychosis?

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family history

70
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What is the average age of onset for anxiety disorders?

71
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Which ethnicity is most at risk for developing anxiety?

72
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What gender is most at risk of committing suicide?

73
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What is the antidote for Anticholinergic Toxicity?

A

physostigmine

74
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Serotonin Syndrome symptoms

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GI upset
Mental Status changes
Autonomic hyperactiivty
Neuromuscular dysfunction

75
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What are two clear indications of Serotonin Syndrome?

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clonus
restlessness

76
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Anticholinergic Toxicity symptoms

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dry as a bone
blind as a bat
red as a beet
hot as hell
mad as a hatter

77
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What is a clear indication of Anticholinergic Toxicity?

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constricted pupils

78
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What chemical is low with Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome?

79
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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome symptoms

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Fever
Autonomic hyperactivity
Rigidity of muscles
Mental Status changes

80
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What are two clear indications of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome?

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very high fever
abnormal labs

81
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What drugs can cause suicide potential from OD effects causing arrhythmias?

82
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What are 3 considerations with TCAs?

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  1. take at bedtime
  2. anticholinergic
  3. orthostatic hypotension
83
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What injury is often indicative of abuse?

A

abdominal injuries

84
Q

What are 2 suicide assessment tools?

A

SAFE-T
C-SSRS

85
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How long does it take for SSRIs to reach full effectiveness?

86
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What is Euthymia?

A

time between manic and depressive episodes

87
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What do you administer if spasms severe in serotonin syndrome?

A

cyproheptadine (serotonin blocker)

88
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What are the indications for ECT?

A

major depression
acute psychosis

89
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What is the difference between a hypomanic episode and a mixed affective episode?

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mixed includes mania and depression

90
Q

How long must the patient feel depressed before being diagnosed with postpartum depression?

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4 weeks or longer

91
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What are some prodromal symptoms associated with psychosis? (3)

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odd behavior
social awkwardness
distractibility

92
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positive symptoms of schizophrenia

A

add to the person

93
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negative symptoms of schizophrenia

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take away from the person

94
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What is included in management of NMS?

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initiate cooling measures
administer dantrolene/dantrium (muscle relaxant)
administer bromocriptine/parlodel (dopamine agonist)
administer benzo

95
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What labs are abnormal with NMS?

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elevated CK, elevated AST & ALT, elevated WBC

96
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What may be used as treatment for catatonia?

97
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What is the difference btw schizoid and schizotypal?

A

schizoid doesn’t experience paranoia

98
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Histrionic Personality Disorder

A

Has to be the center of attention

99
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Assessment findings congruent with borderline personality disorder:

A
  1. separation anxiety
  2. ideas of reference
  3. antagonism
  4. manipulative
  5. splitting defense mechanism
  6. impulsive behaviors (suicide and self-harm)
100
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Assessment findings congruent with antisocial personality disorder:

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  1. “normal” by very charismatic
  2. manipulative
  3. no outward signs of illness
101
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FRAMES?

A

Feedback
Responsibility
Advice
Menu of Alternative Change Options
Empathy
Self-Efficacy

102
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Interventions for anorexia nervosa?

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  1. precise mealtimes and adherence to menu
  2. dental consult
  3. refeed: start 1500cal/day then 3500cal/day
  4. restrict/monitor exercise
  5. cover/remove mirrors
103
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What medications are often prescribed for anorexia nervosa?

A
  1. multivitamins
  2. calcium supplements
  3. constipation meds
  4. ssri
  5. synthroid
104
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Lab values of someone with anorexia nervosa?

A

increased amylase
impaired renal function due to dehydration
low potassium (cardiac dysrhythmias)

105
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BMI for anorexia nervosa?

106
Q

Symptoms of Chlamydia

A

asymptomatic

107
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Treatment for chlamydia

A

antibiotics *doxy

108
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When is chlamydia retested after initial treatment?

109
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What is the PLISSIT model used for?

A

communicating about sexuality

110
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PLISSIT

A

Permission giving
Limited Information
Specific Suggestions
Intensive Therapy

111
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What treatments are appropriate for menopause?

A

hormone replacement therapy
Calcium/vit D
SSRI, catapress, neurotin, SERMS
vaginal moisturizers/lubricants

112
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When is a combination of hormones used in HRT?

A

when the patient still has a uterus

113
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Perimenopause length

114
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Perimenopause s/s

A

menstrual irregularities
hot flashes
vaginal dryness
mood symptoms

115
Q

When are you in menopause?

A

no menses 12 months

116
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average age of onset of menopause?

117
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FSH level indicating menopause?

118
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S/S after menopause?

A

osteoporosis
loss of elasticity
increased risk for cardiovascular disease

119
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What education is needed for clients with altered sensory function?

A

strict blood glucose monitoring
monitoring alcohol consumption
avoid repetititve movements, exposure to chemicals/toxins, smoking

120
Q

Moist exudative macular degeneration interventions?

A

photodynamic therapy
laser photocoagulation
anti-VEGF therapy

121
Q

Interventions for macular degeneration?

A

antiangiogenic drugs
wear sunglasses
implantable telescope
lucentis, avastin, eylea, macugen

122
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What are the signs/symptoms of HF?

A

Tachycardia
Orthopnea
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea

123
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Potassium-sparing diuretic?

A

spironolactone

124
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How do positive inotropes manage HF?

A

increase myocardial contractility

125
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Side effects of ACE inhibitors?

A

facial angioedema
renal failure
dry NPC

126
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Side effects of ARBs?

A

hypoglycemia
diarrhea
anemia

127
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Side effects of beta blockers?

A

bradycardia
bronchospasm

128
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Nursing implications for vasodilators?

A

Remove nitrates at night…
Used in acute situations…

129
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Nursing implications for positive inotropes?

A

monitor digoxin levels (0.5-2ng/mL)
monitor K and Mg

130
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Which laboratory data would indicate the client is experiencing HF?

A

Elevated BNP

131
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Vasodilators?

132
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Positive inotropes?

A

dopamine
dobutamine
norepinephrine
milrinone
digoxin

133
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ACE inhibitors?

134
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ARBs?

135
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Signs of digoxin toxicity

A

vision changes (yellow spots), slow HR, N/V, anorexia

136
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s/sx of left sided heart failure

A

SOB
Cyanosis
Pulmonary edema

137
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s/sx of right sided heart failure

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JVD
edema
GI congestion
hepatomegaly, splenomegaly
ascites

138
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s/sx of pulmonary edema

A

pink, frothy sputum

139
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Risk factors for hyperlipidemia

A

men older than 45
women older than 35

140
Q

Medications for hyperlipidema?

A

HMG-CoA (statins)
bile acid sequestrates
niacin
fibrates
Cholesterol absorption inhibitors
PCSK9 Inhibitors

141
Q

Bile acid sequestrates?

A
  1. cholestyramine (Questran)
  2. colestipol (Colestid)
  3. Colesevelam (Welchol)
142
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Fibrates?

A

Gemfibrozil (Lopid)
Fenofibrate (Tricor)

143
Q

Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitors?

A

Ezetimibe (Zetia)

144
Q

PCSK9 inhibitors

A

alirocumab (praluent)
evolovumab (repatha)

145
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Hyperlipidemia total cholesterol?

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<200 mg/dL

146
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Hyperlipidemia triglycerides in females?

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> 135 mg/dL

147
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Hyperlipidemia triglycerides in males?

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> 160 mg/dL

148
Q

Hyperlipidemia LDL?

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> 130 mg/dL

149
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Hyperlipidemia HDL for men

150
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Hyperlipidemia HDL for women?

151
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What is average risk ratio for hyperlipidemia?

152
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What diagnostic is indicative of HIV/AIDS?

A

CD4+ T cell count

153
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Visual symptoms of MS?

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i. Nystagmus
ii. Diplopia
iii. Blurred vision

154
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Speech symptom of MS?

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dysarthria

155
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Sensation symptoms of MS?

A

pain
paresthesia
dizziness
Lhermitte’s sign

156
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What education should the nurse give the patient with multiple sclerosis?

A
  • wear sunscreen (photosensitivity)
  • avoid pregnancy
    -avoid hot conditions
  • avoid infection
157
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Humoral immunity?

158
Q

Cell-mediated immunity?

159
Q

What medications are used to reduce harmful behaviors with those who have autism?

A

risperidone, olanzapine, quetiapine, and aripiprazole to reduce harmful behaviors

160
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What are the s/sx of anticholinergic toxicity?

A

Salivation
Lacrimation
Urination
Defecation
Gastric cramping
Emesis
Bradycardia
Bronchorrhea
Bronchospasm

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