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Pharm Ch. 15

Pharm Ch. 15 Self Test

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An irreversible adverse drug reaction of first-generation antipsychotics causing involuntary, repetitive movements of the tongue, face, and jaw is termed what? Tardive dyskinesia
What is the drug of choice for the maintenance phase of bipolar depressive disorder? Lithium
What is the cause of schizophrenia? Unknown, Familital background, and Biochemical abnormalities
Which psychotherapeutic drugs are most likely to have an adverse interaction with other medications, food, and drinks? MAOIs (Monoamine oxidase inhibitors)
What are the benefits of the second-generation antipsychotic agents compared to first-generation antipsychotic agents? Increased number of neurotransmitter receptors affected, Severity and number of adverse effects, Increased efficacy, and Effectiveness against both positive and negative effects of psychoses
The primary action of a first-generation antipsychotic medication is as an antagonist for which neurotransmitter? Dpoamine
The SSRIs are first-line treatment for which condition? Major depressive disorder
What is NOT an SSRI? Midazolam (Versed)
Positive symptoms of psychoses include: Delusions, Agitation, Hallucinations, and Disorganized behavior
What is the most serious peripheral side effect associated with the tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)? Cardiac toxicity
What is NOT a TCA? Escitalopram (Lexapro)
Which category of drugs is most frequently prescribed for treatment of major depression? SSRIs
Adverse reactions to first-generation antipsychotic medications exclude what? Excess salivation
SSRIs and SNRIs are widely used in treatment of major depression. Adverse oral effects of these drugs does NOT include what? Enamel erosion
All antidepressants carry a black box warning about what? Suicidal ideation and behavior
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