Psychopharmacology
Therapeutic level of Lithium
0.6-1.2 meq?L
Phase in Bipolar where RN needs to watch out for increased risk of Suicide
Manic phase
A patient presents with pinpoint pupils, decreased respiratory rate, and lethargy. Which substance is the patient most likely using?
Opioids
also called the common cold in psychiatry
Depression
neurotansmitter aka 5-HT
serotonin
Class of anti depressants that we instruct patients to avoid tyramine-rich foods
MAOI's
the false belief that one is singled out for harm by others
delusion of persecution
A Schedule I drug is one that the government defines as having:
no medical utility and a high potential for abuse
aka good stress
eustress
The neurotransmitter that decreased in Parkinsons
Dopamine
Common side effects of TCA's
- blurred vision/photophobia
- urinary retention
- dry mouth
- constipation
refers to the reduced ability to experience pleasure
Anhedonia
Refers to the "need for a markedly increased dose of a substance" or the need to achieve the desired effect?
Tolerance
Mental Retardation level with IQ score less than 25?
Profound
the structure that permits a neuron (or nerve cell) to pass an electrical or chemical signal to another neuron
synapse
antidote for Benzodiazepine OD
Flumazenil
what does G stand for in SIGECAPS
Guilt
A return to the use of a substance after a period of abstinence.
Relapse
The only conscious defense mechanism
Supression
neurotransmitters that are decreased in depression
norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine
group of symptoms that can occur in people taking antipsychotic medications.
Takeaway: symptoms are Reversible
EPS
personality disorder characterised by impulsive, irresponsible, lacks remorse and often criminal behaviour
antisocial personality disorder
Besides caffeine and nicotine, what is the most widely-used addictive substance?
Alcohol
A nurse is caring for a patient who refuses to eat until after the sun sets. Which religion does this patient most likely practice?
Islam
The neurotransmitter that is decreased in Alzheimer's disease?
Ach