Substance Abuse
The doctor ordered this drug after the patient has been clean and sober. Also off of opioids for a minimum of 10 days
What is naltrexone?
I strive for perfection and like to excel. My parents think I am too skinny and don't eat enough. I get anxious because I don't want to gain weight.
What is anorexia Nervosa?
Persistent for minimum 2 weeks to 6 months,
Chronic: Lasting more than 2 years, Recurrent episodes common, Symptoms cause distress or impaired function Episode not attributed to physiological effects, Absence of a manic or hypomanic episode
What is Consistency?
Non-stop physical activity, lack of sleep, and food can lead to physical exhaustion. Can cause death if not treated. This is an emergency situation.
What is manic behavior?
Therapeutic Range for Lithium
What is 0.5- 1.5?
Low BP, sedation, and slurred speech are signs of which type of intoxication?
What is opioid intoxication?
I like to have a stash of snacks especially when I get upset, stressed or emotional. My doctor is concerned with my weight but it is just how I cope
What is Binge eating?
All share symptoms of sadness, emptiness, irritability, somatic (body) concerns, and impairment of thinking. All impact a person’s ability to function
What are Depressive Disorders?
Name 2 Priority Interventions by RN when your patient is Manic..
What is safety (Fall Risk) and nutrition.
With this class of drugs, you need to be concerned with dietary interactions, including cheeses, and wine.
What are MAOIs?
When I go too long without a drink I start to feel irritable, restless, anxious, and even angry sometimes. The doctor says there may be signs of
What is withdrawal?
The doctor wrote an order for this medication for my patient but the dose seems high. Should I call the ask him if this is an error? What drug am I
What is Fluoxetine?
Symptoms of Agitation, restlessness, Insomnia, Confusion, Rapid heart rate and high blood pressure caused by an SSRI.
What is Serotonin Syndrome?
A Bipolar patient taking Lithium is experiencing diarrehea and vomitting.... Nurse knows to....
Notify MD
WHAT CLASS OF DRUG IS PROZAC (fluoxetine)
What is a SSRI?
Identifying potential triggers to substance use, learning skills to regain abstinence in the event of use, adopting health coping, identity and stress management skills before they threaten sobriety.
Relapse Prevention
It really doesn't matter what I eat since I can easily get rid of it. I usually just vomit, take laxatives or diuretics and I feel fine. Not sure why my teeth look so bad?
What is bulemia nervosa?
Often confused and disoriented for several hours after treatment. May experience retrograde amnesia.
What is ECT?
Class of medication should never be given alone to a patient with Bipolar
What is Never give an antidepressant (SSRI) alone (risk for mania)?
Most severe type of bipolar disorder
What is Bipolar 1 Disorder?
These are some of the most commonly abused substances in addition to alcohol?
What are caffeine, inhalants, cannabis, smoking, and opioids?
My patient was just admitted for an anorexia nervosa crisis and now the doctor ordered these tests to make sure my heart is ok.
What is complete ECG and Labs to check potassium and electrolytes
Class of drugs that are the MOST lethal in an overdose
What is TCA's?
Staff meetings and treatment plans are used to maintain control and minimize manipulation by a patient experiencing acute mania. The goal is to provide THIS for the patient.
What is Consistency?
Serious condition that occurs with interactions between foods or other drugs with MAOIs.
What is a Hypertensive Crisis?