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Chapter 15 - Nsg. 118

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The treatment of emotional and mental disorders.   Psychotherapeutics  
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What are the three main emotional & mental disorders.   Psychosis, Affective Disorders, Anxiety  
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A severe emotional disorder that impairs the mental function of the affected individual to the point that individual can't particpate in activities of daily living.   Psychosis EX: Schizophrenia Depression & Drug-Induced Psychosis  
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What are the six major anxiety disorders.   1. Obsessivecompulsive disorder (OCD) 2. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) 3. Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) 4. Panic Disorder 5. Social Phobia 6. Simple Phobia  
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Neurotransmitters that play an important role in maintaining mental health are:   Catecholamines (Dopamine & norepinephrine) & Indolamines (Serotonin & Histamine) also biochemicals such as GABA, ACh, Sodium, Potassium, and Magnessium play apart as well  
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Antianxiety Drugs   1. Benzodiazepines (drepress activity in the brainstem) 2. Antihistamines (depress CNS by sedation and primarily used in allergic conditions) 3. Misc. Drugs: buspirone(BuSpar) - which is non-sedating & non-habit forming  
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Benzodiazepine Anxiolytics   diazepam (Valium) lorazepam (Ativan) alprazolam (Xanax) clonazepam (Klonopin) chlordiazepoxide (Librium) mdazolam (Versed)  
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Benzodiazepine: Adverse Effects   1. decreased CNS activity 2. Hypotension 3. Drowsiness 4. N/V or consitpation 5. Loss of coordination  
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Benzodiazepines: Contraindications   1. other sedatives 2. alcohol  
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Drug used to reverse benzodiazepine effects:   flumazenil  
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Antimanic Drugs   Lithium  
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Drug of choice for mania that has potentiate serotonergic neurotransmission and a narrow therapeutic range (0.6-1.2 mEq/L)   Lithium  
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Etiology of Depression:   1. Biogenic amine hypothesis(alteration of neuronal & synaptic catecholamine concentration) 2. Permissive hypothesis (decreased concentrations of serotonin) 3. Dysregulation hypothesis (failure in regulation of catecholamine activity)  
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Three categories of Antidepressants   1. Newer-Generation (SSRIs & 2nd / 3rd Generation) 2. Tricyclic 3. MAOIs  
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Newer-Generation Antidepressants - 2nd Generation   trazodone (Desyrel) burpropion (Wellbutrin)  
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Newer-Generation Antidepressants - SSRIs   fluoxetine (Prozac) paroxetine (Paxil) sertraline (Zoloft) fluvoxamine (Luvox) citalopram (Celexa) escitalopram (Lexapro)  
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Indications for Newer-Generation Antidepressants:   depression Bipolar disorder Obesity & Eating Disorders Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Panic Attacks or Disorders Social Anxiety Disorders Posttraumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) Myoclonus Tx of various substance abuse problems  
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Adverse Effects of Newer Generation Antidepressants   HA, Dizziness, Tremors, nervousness, insomnia, FATIGUE, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, WEIGHT GAIN, weight loss, sweating  
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Interactions for Newer-Generation Antidepressants   highly bound to plasma proteins, inhibition of cytochrome P-450, MAOIs  
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Tricyclics   amitriptyline (Elavil, Endep); doxepin (Sinequan); imipramine (Tofranil); desipramine (Norpramin); nortriptyline (Aventyl, Pamelor)  
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Method of Action : Tricyclics   Blocks norepinephrine uptake (tremors, tachycardia); & Blocks serotonin reuptake (Nausea, HA, anxiety, sexual dysfunction  
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Indications : Tricyclics   Drepression; Childhood enuresis Tx: imipramine (Tofranil); Obsessive-compulsive disorders Tx: clomipramine ; Adjunctive for chronic pain (neuralgia)  
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Adverse Effects : Tricyclics   Sedation; Impotence; Orthostatic Hypotension; edema,muscle tremors,delayed micturation in elder  
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Tricyclics : Overdose   usually LETHAL (affects CNS (sz) & Cardio(dysrhythmias) - NO ANTIDOTE (use charcoal, BLS, Manage Sz & Dysrhythmias  
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MAOIs   phenelzine (Nardil) & tranycypromine (Parnate)  
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Method of Action : MAOIs   Inhibits MAO enzyme in CNS; Does not breakdown Amines (dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine) = alleviation of depression symptoms  
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Indictions : MAOIs   Depression (increased sleep & appetite) and for depression not responding to tricyclics  
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Adverse Effects : MAOIs   Fewer - Orthostatic Hypotension most common  
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Overdose : MAOIs   symptoms appear 12 hours after ingestion and then include (tacycardia, circulatory collapse, sz, coma) Tx: to protect brain & heart and eliminate toxin (gastric lavage, urine acidificaiton, hemodialysis)  
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Interactions : MAOIs   Foods/Drinks with amino acid tyramine leads to hypertensive crisis which can lead to cerebral hemorrhage, stroke, coma, or death ~This includes: aged cheese, smoked/pickled meats, fish, poultry, yeast extracts, red wines, italian broad beans(fava beans)  
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Concurrent use of MAOIs and SSRIs may lead to   Serotonin Syndrom "wash-out" between switch  
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Drugs used to treat seroius mental illness, behavioral problems or psychotic disorders   Antipsychotics  
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Antipsychotics   Thioxanthenes: thiothixene (Navane)  
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Antipsychotics   Butyrophennes: haloperidol (Haldol)  
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Antipsychotics   Dihydroindolones: molindone (Moban)  
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Antipsychotics   Dibenzoxazepine: loxapine (Loxitane)  
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Antipsychotics   Phenothiazines: three structural groups  
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Antipsychotics   Atypical antipsychotics: New Class  
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Method of Action : Antipsychotics   Blocks dopamine receptors giving a tranquilizing effect  
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Atypical Antipsychotics   clozapine (Clozaril); risperidone (Risperdal); olanzapine (Zyprexa); quetiapine (Seroquel); ziprasidone (Geodon); aripiprazole (Abilify)  
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Atypical Antipsychotics : Method of Action   Blocks dopamine receptors (D2) and blocks specific serotonin receptors (5HT2)  
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Atypical Antipsychotics : Interactions   Bipolar, Depressive/Drug Induced psychosis, Schizophrenia, Autism, Tourette's, Nausea, Intractable hiccups  
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Adverse Effects : Antipsychotics   CNS Sedation, delirium, Orhtostatic hyptension, syncope, dermatologic, photosensitivity, rash, dry mouth, urinary hesitancy, impaired erection, leukopenia, Galactorrhea (milk from nipples), irregular menses, polydipsia (thirst)  
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Other Adverse Effects of Antipsychotics   Neuroleptic malignant syndrom (NMS), Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) - Tx with benztropine (cogentin) & trihexyphenidyl (Artane); Tardive dyskinesia (TD)  
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Nursing Implications for Psychotherapeutics   Assess Physical & Emotional status, baseline VS, LFT, Renal Test, Contraindications & Interactions, LOC, Mental Alertness, Potentional for injury to self/others, check mouth to be sure they can swallow, simple explanations, DONT abrupt withdrawal  
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Nurisng Implications Continued - Psychotherapeutics   Coping skills, No alcohol or other CNS depressants  
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Antianxiety - Nurisng Implications   elderly monitor for oversedation  
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Antidepressants - Nursing Implicaitons   May take several weeks to see therapeutic effects, monitor for suicide & provide support, assist elderly with ambulation, Tricyclics need weened before surgery, monitor for effects, encourage pt to wear ID, avoid caffeine & cigarettes & tyramine foods  
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Phenothiazines - Nursing Implications   wear sunscreen, avoid antacids within 1 hour, no alcohol, long-term haloperidol may result in tremors,N/V, take orals with meds to prevent GI upset, fall precautions (orthstatics)  
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Therapeutic Effects - Psychotherapeutics   Mental alertness, cognition, affect, mood, ability of ADLs, appetite, sleep patterns, potential for injury  
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Therapeutic Effects for Anxiolytics are   improved mental alertness, cognition, and mood; fewer anxiety & panic attacks; improved sleep patterns & appetite, less tension and irritability; fewer feelings of fear & doom, more interest in others  
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Therapeutic Effects for Antidepressants are   improved sleep patterns & nutrition, increased feelings of self-esteem, decreased feeling of hopelessness, increased interest in self and appearance, increased interest in ADLs, fewer depressive manifestations or suicidal thoughts  
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Therapeutic Effects for antipsychotics are   improved mood & affect, alleviation of psychotic symptoms and episodes, decrease in hallucintaions, paranoia, delusions, garbled speech, ability to cope  
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Theraputic Effecst for Lithium   Less mania and levels of 0.6-1.2 mEq/L  
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