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Psychopharmacology: A Comprehensive Q&A on Psychiatric Medications, Exams of Nursing

A comprehensive series of questions and answers related to various psychiatric medications. it covers key aspects of benzodiazepines, nonbenzodiazepine sedative hypnotics, antidepressants (ssris, snris, tcas, maois), mood stabilizers (lithium), and antipsychotics. The questions delve into medication actions, contraindications, adverse effects, and nursing implications, providing a valuable resource for students in nursing or related healthcare fields. the detailed nature of the questions and answers makes it suitable for assessment and review purposes, enhancing understanding of psychopharmacological principles and clinical practice.

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2024/2025

Available from 05/26/2025

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Virtual Assignment of Psychiatric Drugs for 5/25/2025
1. True or False Benzodiazepines are a Schedule IV controlled substance?
2. Which of the following are true for Benzodiazepines? Select all that apply
a. Can become physically dependent if taken for long periods of time.
b. No concern about tolerance for long-term use.
c. Medication does not need to be tapered when stopping the medication.
d. Is used to treat depression.
e. The prototype drug is diazepam (Valium).
3. The Benzodiazepine diazepam includes the following actions:
a. Relieves anxiety and tension
b. Has anticonvulsant properties
c. Is not recommended for pre-operative sedation
d. Is typically used as a long-term management for anxiety
e. For older adults it may produce paradoxical excitement and is metabolized more
slowly.
4. Which of the following are contraindications for taking the Benzodiazepine diazepam?
Select all that apply
a. Pregnancy
b. Younger adults
c. Thyroid disease
d. COPD
e. Breastfeeding
5. Which of the following is not an adverse effect for diazepam?
a. Excitability
b. Confusion
c. Respiratory depression
d. Hypotension
6. Which of the following adverse effects of diazepam that are of major concern should the
nurse monitor for? Select all that apply.
a. Bowel movements
b. Blood pressure
c. Neurological status (LOC)
d. Respiratory rate
e. Thyroid function
7. True or False Nonbenzodiazepine sedative hypnotics, eszopiclone (Lunesta) and
zolpidem (Ambien) are primarily used for sleeping difficulty (insomnia).
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Virtual Assignment of Psychiatric Drugs for 5 /25/202 5

  1. True or False – Benzodiazepines are a Schedule IV controlled substance?
  2. Which of the following are true for Benzodiazepines? Select all that apply a. Can become physically dependent if taken for long periods of time. b. No concern about tolerance for long-term use. c. Medication does not need to be tapered when stopping the medication. d. Is used to treat depression. e. The prototype drug is diazepam (Valium).
  3. The Benzodiazepine diazepam includes the following actions: a. Relieves anxiety and tension b. Has anticonvulsant properties c. Is not recommended for pre-operative sedation d. Is typically used as a long-term management for anxiety e. For older adults it may produce paradoxical excitement and is metabolized more slowly.
  4. Which of the following are contraindications for taking the Benzodiazepine diazepam? Select all that apply a. Pregnancy b. Younger adults c. Thyroid disease d. COPD e. Breastfeeding
  5. Which of the following is not an adverse effect for diazepam? a. Excitability b. Confusion c. Respiratory depression d. Hypotension
  6. Which of the following adverse effects of diazepam that are of major concern should the nurse monitor for? Select all that apply. a. Bowel movements b. Blood pressure c. Neurological status (LOC) d. Respiratory rate e. Thyroid function
  7. True or False – Nonbenzodiazepine sedative hypnotics, eszopiclone (Lunesta) and zolpidem (Ambien) are primarily used for sleeping difficulty (insomnia).
  1. Which of the following are CNS depressant effects of the Nonbenzodiazepine sedative hypnotic eszopiclone (Lunesta)? Select all that apply. a. Increased memory b. Sleep walking c. Increased alertness d. Sleep driving and eating e. Impaired motor coordination
  2. Which of the following considerations is important to include in a teaching plan for a patient on the Nonbenzodiazepine sedative hypnotic zolpidem (Ambien)? a. This medication is recommended for long-term use. b. It is okay to drink alcohol and take other CNS depressant medications and herbal supplements with this. c. Should be taken at bedtime d. May operate heavy equipment after taking
  3. Which of the following is not considered an antidepressant? a. SSRI’s b. Adrenergic blockers c. MAO Inhibitors d. Tricyclic antidepressants
  4. Which of the following should be included in patient teaching about antidepressants? a. It is okay to take an antidepressant with St. John’s Wort b. Do not stop taking medication when symptoms subside c. Do not take over-the-counter (OTC) medications without consulting your HCP. d. Taking antidepressants while pregnant is not a concern. e. Therapeutic effects may take up to 2 - 4 weeks to occur.
  5. True or False – Tricyclic antidepressants are the oldest drugs used for depression of which many are second-line treatments now.
  6. Which of the following is not a Tricyclic antidepressant? a. Imipramine b. Amitriptyline c. Fluoxetine (Prozac) d. Nortriptyline
  7. The action of the tricyclic antidepressant Imipramine is (Select all that apply): a. Blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine b. Blocks the reuptake of serotonin c. Is an acetylcholine agonist d. Treats major depression e. Facilitates the reabsorption of serotonin
  1. True or False – Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors are a first-line agent for the treatment of depression.
  2. Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors adverse effects are which of the following? Select all that apply a. Hypertensive crisis caused by foods with tyramine b. Hypotension c. Excitability d. Issues with kidney function e. Dysrhythmias
  3. True or False – Bupropion (Wellbutrin SR), Mirtazapine (Remeron) and Trazadone are all antidepressants.
  4. True or False – Mood stabilizing agents such as Lithium carbonate are used only for depression.
  5. Nursing implications for Lithium Carbonate are as follows: Select all that apply a. Obtain a baseline kidney function assessment (BUN / Creatinine) b. Obtain baseline electrolyte levels (NA+, K+, Chloride) c. No blood levels are needed for the medication itself d. Diuretics have little effect on this drug e. Do not alter the dose and take with food.
  6. Which of the following are second-generation Antipsychotics: Select all that apply. a. Clozapine (Clozaril b. Chlorpromazine c. Olanzapine (Zyprexa) d. Haloperidol (Haldol) e. Risperidone (Risperdal)
  7. The antipsychotic Chlorpromazine has the following adverse effects: Select all that apply. a. CNS stimulation b. Excessive sedation and lethargy c. Tardive dyskinesia (shaking and muscle tremors) d. Hypertension e. Constipation
  8. True or False - The antipsychotic Chlorpromazine should be given 1 - 2 hours before bed and patient should lie down for 30-60 minutes after dose and should be monitored for tardive dyskinesia.
  9. The Second-generation antipsychotic drug Clozapine is used for schizophrenia with the following side effects: Select all that apply a. Orthostatic hypotension b. Diarrhea This study source was downloca.dedIbnyc 1 r 00 e 0 a 0 s 0 e 89 d 91 r 9 i 4 s 7 k 22 ofrfomseCiozuursreeHsero.com on 05 - 26 - 2025 12:09:04 GMT - 05:

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  1. True or False – ADHD and Narcolepsy drugs work as a CNS depressant and misuse of these drugs are of little concern.
  2. The ADHD/ Narcolepsy Amphetamine drug dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine) contraindications are? Select all that apply. a. Dysrhythmias b. Hypotension c. Pregnancy d. Hypothyroidism e. Anxiety & Agitation
  3. Which of the following is a nursing implication for patient teaching for the ADHD/ Narcolepsy Amphetamine drug dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine)? a. The first dose of the day should be administered at night b. The last dose of the day should be administered in the morning c. Patient should report an increased heart rate and/or B/P d. Excessive CNS depression from the drug can result in difficulty completing tasks
  4. True or False – The Amphetamine-related drugs Methylphenidate (Ritalin) and Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin) have the same stimulant effects as the amphetamine drugs.
  5. Which of the following are adverse effects for the Amphetamine-related drug Methylphenidate (Ritalin)? Select all that apply. a. Excessive appetite b. Weight gain c. Tachycardia d. Hypertension e. Anxiety and possible psychosis
  6. Which of the following are important general patient teaching principles for the ADHD and Narcolepsy drugs? Select all that apply. a. The drugs can cause your heart rate and blood pressure to increase, so notify your HCP if this occurs b. Use caution while driving or performing any tasks that requires being alert c. Avoid other stimulant drugs including coffee d. You may increase the dose of the drug if you feel it is needed e. Take regular tablets 30 - 45 minutes before meals and the last dose of the day before 6pm to avoid difficulty sleeping.
  7. True or False – The Benzodiazepine Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) can be used for the treatment of alcohol withdrawal.