Medical Basics
This vital sign measures the force of blood against artery walls.
What is blood pressure?
This class of medications is commonly used to treat depression and anxiety (e.g., sertraline, fluoxetine).
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What are SSRIs?
This is a common side effect of many antidepressants when starting them.
What is nausea?
This should be done before taking a new medication or supplement.
What is telling your provider or pharmacist?
Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed can be a sign of this condition.
What is depression?
A chronic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar.
What is diabetes?
This term refers to unwanted or harmful reactions to a medication.
What are side effects?
This is why medications should be taken exactly as prescribed.
What is to prevent side effects or overdose?
This increases the risk of side effects when taking psych medications.
What is mixing medications with alcohol or drugs?
Sleeping too little or too much, rapid speech, and high energy may signal this mood state.
What is mania?
This organ filters toxins from the blood and metabolizes many medications.
What is the liver?
This type of medication helps stabilize mood swings in bipolar disorder.
What are mood stabilizers?
This side effect can increase fall risk, especially in older adults.
What is dizziness?
This tool helps avoid dangerous drug interactions.
What is a medication reconciliation or medication list?
Re-experiencing a traumatic event through flashbacks or nightmares is a symptom of this.
What is PTSD?
This system of the body helps fight infections and illness.
What is the immune system?
This class of medications is used to treat psychosis and severe mood disorders.
What are antipsychotics?
This is why benzodiazepines(ie, Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Librium, Valium) should not be stopped suddenly.
What is withdrawal?
This is the safest action if you miss a dose and are unsure what to do.
What is contacting your prescriber or pharmacist?
Hearing voices or believing things that aren’t real may indicate this mental health condition.
What is schizophrenia?
This medical emergency is caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain.
What is a stroke?
This medication is commonly used to reduce alcohol cravings.
What is naltrexone?
This serious side effect can cause agitation, fever, muscle stiffness (rigidity or jerking), sweating, fast heart rate or increased blood pressure, and confusion (even seizures)
What is serotonin syndrome?
This common substance can dangerously interact with many psych medications.
What is alcohol?
Rapid speech, impulsive behavior, high energy, and decreased need for sleep may indicate this mood state.
What is mania (in bipolar disorder)?