Pharmacology
This class of antidepressants is often the first-line treatment for depression and works by increasing serotonin levels.
What are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
This form is completed by a physician to certify that a person meets the criteria for involuntary admission under the BC Mental Health Act.
What is Form 4?
This life-threatening reaction to antipsychotics includes fever, muscle rigidity, autonomic instability, and altered mental status.
What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
The most dangerous withdrawal syndrome in a patient with alcohol use disorder.
What is delirium tremens?
Classic symptoms of diabetes mellitus, known as the “3 P’s.
What are polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia?
This atypical antidepressant is commonly used for depression but is also known for aiding in smoking cessation.
What is Wellbutrin?
The number of days a patient can be held involuntarily once a second Form 4 is completed by another physician.
What is up to 1 month?
his potentially fatal syndrome can occur with serotonin-elevating drugs and includes symptoms like hyperthermia, agitation, and muscle rigidity
What is Serotonin Syndrome?
The priority nursing action for a patient experiencing a manic episode with agitation and impulsivity.
What is What is ensuring safety ( reducing stimulation, setting limits, considering PRN medication)
The first priority in a patient having a seizure.
What is airway safety?
This first-generation (typical) antipsychotic has a high risk of extrapyramidal side effects (EPS), including dystonia and tardive dyskinesia.
What is Haldol?
This form allows an involuntary patient to receive treatment while living in the community under specific conditions.
What is form 20?
A hypertensive crisis can occur if MAOIs are taken with this substance.
What is MAOIS
A vitamin deficiency linked to depression, fatigue, and memory problems, especially in older adults.
What is B12?
The type of medication used to treat increased intracranial pressure
What is mannitol? ( osmotic diuretic)
This mood stabilizer is known for causing weight gain, liver toxicity, and teratogenic effects.
What is Valproic Acid
Under BC’s restraint policy, the use of seclusion must be documented and reviewed this often.
What is every 15mins?
This medication is used to treat benzodiazepine overdoses.
What is flumazenil?
The best initial nursing action for a patient who engages in self-harm but denies suicidal intent.
What is ssessing emotional triggers and coping mechanisms?
his syndrome occurs when fluids are replaced too quickly in a malnourished patient.
What is refeeding syndrome?
This medication is a sedating antidepressant often used for sleep disorders at low doses
What is Trazodone?
A police officer can bring a person to a designated facility for assessment under this section of the Mental Health Act.
What is section 28?
This side effect of antipsychotic medications is characterized by involuntary movements, such as lip smacking or tongue rolling.
What is tardive dyskinesia?
The most important baseline test before prescribing valproic acid (Depakote) for mood stabilization.
What is liver function test?
This serious post-operative complication causes sudden shortness of breath and chest pain.
What is PE?