Anxiety
What neurotransmitter do benzodiazepines act on to produce a calming effect.
Gaba
This is the group of antidepressants is likely to have fewer side effects.
SSRI's
What neurological transmitter do first generation antipsychotics target?
Dopamine
lithium Levels should be monitored at regular intervals with target blood serum levels between what two numbers.
level of 0.6 to 1.2 mEq/L
A group of side effects that impact motor control and coordination, including being able to not make movements we don't want to make.
Extrapyramidal
Name one of three short acting hypnotics that the nurse should instruct the patient to be ready to go to bed after taking related to its quick action.
Zolpidem –Zaleplon- Eszopiclone
This message by the FDA "there is an increased risk of suicide or suicidal behaviors in children and young adults when taking this medication" is called what.
Black Box Warning
What second generation antipsychotic is closely monitored because it can suppress bone marrow resulting agranulocytosis.
clozapine
Because Lithium impacts electrical conductivity effecting cerebral conductivity an overdose can result in what medical emergency.
Seizures
Rare but potentially life-threatening reaction to the use of almost any of a group Commonly prescribed neuroleptics include thioridazine, haloperidol, chlorpromazine, fluphenazine and perphenazine.
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
A patient should be taught to avoid combining benzodiazepines with alcohol opiates one other substance or medication related to increase risk of severe mental nervous system depression.
Tricyclic antidepressants
This Norepinephrine Dopamine Re-Uptake Inhibitor is contraindicated in patient have a history of seizures
Bupropion
am a second-generation antipsychotic that has the highest risk for EPS and has been noted with male breast development.
risperidone
What two baseline labs should be obtained before Lithium is started and at regular intervals while on the medication.
Thyroid and kidney function
This emergency can happen when someone is taking medications to treat depression in particular if prescribed more than one of these medications, when the medication is started or when there is a dose increased and without prompt response can be fatal.
Serotonin Syndrome
Benzodiazepines are used to treat two medical emergencies. What are they?
alcohol withdrawal and seizures
This Serotonin-Norepinephrine Re-uptake Inhibitors not only treats depression but also Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Duloxetine
Which of the second-generation antipsychotics poses a higher risk for the development of metabolic syndrome when compared to the others?
olanzapine
The FDA requires genetic testing before starting this medication on woman of Asian decent because they have a higher risk for developing Steven's Johnson Syndrome.
carbamazepine
When Muscles involuntarily contract and contort which can lead to painful positions or movements. Although not life threatening is very frightening to the patient.
Dystonic or dystonia
What Melatonin Receptor Agonists Mimics naturally occurring melatonin which regulates sleep wake cycles and is prescribed for its Low abuse potential?
Ramelteon
Side Effects: Dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, blurred vision, hypotension, cardiac toxicity, sedation are possible when you take what type of antidepressants
Tricyclic Antidepressants
I am a second-generation antipsychotic that poses a Low risk for EPS or prolactin elevation but has been over prescribed for sleep when other options are available.
quetiapine
What baseline labs should be obtained and checked at regular intervals when prescribed when an anticonvulsant is used to treat a mood disorder.
Baseline liver function tests and complete blood count (CBC)
Medication used to treat EPS.
Benztropine
What medication reduces anxiety without a strong sedative effect?
Buspirone
I take the prescribed medication Isocarboxazid. I am out celebrating my promotion and am enjoying some oysters and red wine. what might happen to me as a result of this combination.
Hypertensive Crisis
First and second-generation antipsychotic can cause what side effect that can increase the fall risk in elderly patients.
Orthostatic Hypotension
When lamotrigine is combined with this anticonvulsant may double the blood levels of lamotrigine increasing the risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
valproate
What supplement when mixed with a serotonergic antidepressant can result in a serious life-threatening condition.
St. John's Wort