Mental health test Flashcards
Disulfiram (Antabuse): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug? Is there any pertinent blood work that needs to be checked? and what are some Nursing Interventions / Teaching?
- Is given as a deterrent to alcohol ingestion.
- N/V, hypotension, respiratory depression, MI, tachycardia, HF, Death.
- Blood alcohol level needs to be checked
- Do not given client unless no alcohol within 12 hours. And no alcoholic substances (Beer, mouthwash, vanilla extract, etc.) for 2 weeks after discontinuation.
Diazepam (Valium): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug? Is there any pertinent blood work that needs to be checked?
- Anti-anxiety, sedative, and muscle relaxation
- Dizzy, depression, hypotension, and respiratory depression.
- Monitor renal and liver function.
Fluoxetine (Prozac): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug? Is there any pertinent blood work that needs to be checked?
- Treats depression, OCD, and bulimia nervosa.
- Seizures, suicidal thoughts, sexual dysfunction.
- CBC, proteinuria, and serum alkalosis.
Bupropion (Wellbutrin): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug? Is there any pertinent blood work that needs to be checked? and what are some Nursing Interventions / Teaching?
- Treats depression, ADHD, and aids cessation of smoking
- Seizures, suicidal thoughts, general anxiety.
- May cause false positive in urine test.
- Drug has high interactions with other drugs - Monitor drug regimen closely
Valproic acid (Depakote): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug? Is there any pertinent blood work that needs to be checked? and what are some Nursing Interventions / Teaching?
- Treats bipolarism
- N/V, Prolonged bleeding, blood dyscrasias, suicidal thoughts.
- Monitor hepatic function
- Give with food, regular blood tests.
Risperidone (Risperdal): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug?
- Bipolar, schizophrenia, and OCD
2. Agitation, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth
Carbamazepine (Tegretol): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug? Is there any pertinent blood work that needs to be checked?
- Treatment of seizures and bipolarism
- N/V, Prolonged bleeding, blood dyscrasias, suicidal thoughts.
- Monitor CBC and platelet count
Paroxetine (Paxil): why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug?
- Antidepressant (SSRI)
2. Dizziness, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, suicidal thoughts, Stevens-Johnsons.
Lithium: why is it given? What are some SE that are attributed to this drug?and what are some Nursing Interventions / Teaching?
- Treats manic episodes related to bipolarism
- Drys you out, N/V, polyuria, weight gain, hypotension
- Sugar free intake, give with meals, don’t participate in actives that require alertness.
Why do nurses use the DSM-V? What information does it provide?
Helps the nurse to give holistic care of the client.
Axis I: Principal disorder- What needs immediate attention.
Axis II: Personality disorder- May shape current response to axis I via a developmental deficit
Axis III: Medical issue that may effect current abnormality
Axis IV: Stressor that precipitates current situation
Axis V: Codes level of function
What nursing care is important in caring for a client in restraints?
Clients in restraints must be observed and assessed every 10-15 minutes to monitor: Circulation, respiration, nutrition, hydration, and elimination. Document accordingly.
What is the preinteraction phase?
Obtain background information and examine ones own feelings, fears, and anxieties about working with this type of patient.
What is the Orientation ( Introductory ) phase?
Establish trust and rapport. Set goals. Formulate plan of care. Gather assessment data.
What is the Working phase?
Where the therapeutic work is done. Maintaining trust and rapport.
What is transference?
Where the client unconsciously attributes the nurse to someone in their past.