Psychiatry Flashcards
1
Q
Adverse effects of anti-psychotics in the elderly (2)
A
Stroke
VTE
2
Q
Treatment of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
A
Danrolene
= ryanodine antagonist, decreases calcium release in skeletal muscle, decreases contraction
3
Q
Anti-psychotic associated with hyperlipidaemia
A
Olanzapine
- one most associated with metabolic S/E
4
Q
Monitoring with donezepil
A
Heart rate
- Can cause bradycardia: is a contraindication to use
5
Q
What anti-psychotic is associated with long QT?
A
Lots of them including risperidone
Risk of TdP
