Module 7 Forum Questions

Question 1

What is serotonin syndrome? Discuss the causes and treatment.

Question 2

In treating a patient with major depression, when might the norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI), bupropion, be the first choice over an SSRI?

Question 3

What does an SSRI do that bupropion will not?

Question 4

What are some important considerations regarding anti-epileptic medications?

Question 5

Let’s talk about Alzheimer’s medication. How do they work and what can patients and their families expect?

Question 6

When it comes to antidepressants, what is important to know regarding special populations? (elderly, pediatrics, pregnant, lactating)?

Question 7

You have a patient with obvious longstanding untreated generalized anxiety disorder. What is the best medication for the treatment and why?

Question 8

When is it appropriate to use Benzodiazepines for anxiety? How would that look in terms of dose and duration?

Question 9

Can anyone talk about the wash-out period with MAOIs? What is a wash-out period?

Question 10

Discuss the mechanism of action (MOA) of Dopamine replacements used in the treatment of Parkinson Disease?

Question 11

Discuss the mechanism of action of cholinesterase inhibitors in the management of Alzheimer’s disease.

Question 12

Briefly discuss the mechanism of action (MOA) of benzodiazepines? Include therapeutic uses and appropriate patient education.