Definitions
This mental disorder is characterized by a combination of symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, as well as diminished emotional expression and lack of motivation.
What is schizophrenia?
This is the primary class of medications used to treat schizophrenia.
What are antipsychotics?
This is a common side effect of antipsychotics that can cause weight gain.
What is Metabolic Syndrome?
These are false beliefs that are firmly held despite evidence to the contrary.
What are delusions?
This is a common first-generation antipsychotic
What is haloperidol?
This is a movement disorder that can be caused by long-term use of antipsychotics.
What is tardive dyskinesia?
This is a sensory experience without external stimuli
What is a hallucination?
This is a common PRN to helps regulate emotions through balancing levels of dopamine and serotonin in the brain, which helps regulate
What is Olanzapine?
This is a potentially life-threatening side effect characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered mental status.
What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?