Psych ATI Drugs Flashcards
Alprazolam (Benzodiazapine)
Use
Insomnia
Alcohol Withdrawal
Alprazolam (Benzodiazapine)
S/S
Sedation
Lightheadedness
Ataxia
Decreased cognitive function
Alprazolam (Benzodiazapine)
Education
Taper dose
Flumazenil for antidote
Alprazolam (Benzodiazapine)
Contraindiation
Alcohol
Hazardous Activities
Buspirone
S/S
Dizziness
Nausea
Headache
Lightheadedness
Agitation
Buspirone
Education
Take with meals
Watch cautiously for those with liver or kidney problems
no dependance
no sedation
Paroxetine (SSRI)
S/S
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Diaphoresis
Tremor
Nausea
Sexual Dysfunction
Weight gain
headache
GI Bleed
Hyponatremia
Bruxism
Paroxetine (SSRI)
Serotonin Syndrome
Hallucinations
Delirium
Tachycardia
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Venlafaxine (SNRI)
S/S
Headache
nausea
anxiety
agitation
sleep disturbances
hyponatremia
anorexia
hypertension
sexual dysfunction
Venlafaxine (SNRI)
Education
Do not stop abruptly
Avoid alcohol
avoid use in pts who have hepatic disease
Amitriptyline (TCA)
S/S
Orthostatic Hypotension
Anticholinergic
Sedation
Decreased Seizure threshold
excessive sweating
increased appetite
Amitriptyline (TCA)
Education
Contraindicated for clients with seizure disorders
Phenelzine (MAOI)
S/S
Anxiety
Agitation
Hypomania
Mania
Orthostatic Hypotension
Hypertensive Crisis
Local Rash
Phenelzine (MAOI)
Education
Avoid with clients who have heart problems
Buproprion
S/S
Headache
Dry mouth
GI distress
Constipation
Increased HR
Nausea
Restlessness
Insomnia
Suppression of appetite
Seizures
Buproprion
Education
Contraindicated in pts with seizure disorders, anorexia, and bulimia nervosa
Lithium
S/S
GI Distress
Fine hand tremors
Polyuria
Weight gain
Renal toxicity
goiter & hypothyroidism
Bradydysrhythmias
Hypotension
electrolyte imbalance
Lithium
Interactions
Diuretics
NSAIDS
Anticholinergics
Carbamazepine (Mood Stabilizing)
S/S
CNS effects
Leukopenia
Anemia
Thrombocytopenia
Teratogenesis
Skin Disorders
Chlorpromoazine (Antipsychotic First Gen)
S/S
Agranulocytosis
Acute Dystonia
Pseudoparkinsonism
Akathisia
Neuroendocrine effects
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Orthostatic Hypotension
Sedation
Seizures
Severe dysrhythmias
Sexual Dysfunction
Skin effects
liver impairment
Risperidone (Second Gen)
S/S
Metabolic Syndrome
Orthostatic Hypotension
Anticholinergic effects
Agitation
Dizziness
Sedation
Sleep Disturbances
EPS
Sexual disfunction
Methylphenidate
S/S
Insomnia
Restlessness
Weight loss
Cardiovascular Effects
Hallucinations
paranoria
Withdrawal reactions
Skin reactions
Guanfacine (Alpha 2 adrenergic)
S/S
Sedation
Drowsiness
Fatigue
Hypotension
Bradycardia
Weight Gain
GI effects
Buspirone
Interactions
Erythromycin
Ketoconazole
St John Worts
Grapefruit Jucie
