Donepezil, rivastigmine, galantamine ✔✔CORRECT
ANSWER✔✔Cholinesterase inhibitors appropriate for mild to moderate
dementia, remember *Damn, Grandma's Regressing*
memantine ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔NMDA receptor antagonist that
promotes synaptic plasticity and is used for moderate to severe
dementia.
nortiptyline ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔TCA with fewest anticholinergic
effects, making it the most appropriate TCA in the elderly *SSRIs ARE
PREFERRED*
mirtazapine ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Most appropriate medication for
elderly patient with MDD, insomnia, and decreased appetite.
, methylphenidate ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔In cases of severe
depression or psychomotor retardation, this may be used in low doses
as an adjunct to antidepressants.
trazodone ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Best alternative to sedative-
hypnotic use for insomnia in the elderly as it's less likely to cause
memory impairment, paradoxical excitement, or rebound insomnia.
delirium ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔A reversible condition that may be
caused by drugs, electrolyte imbalance, low O2 sat, infection, reduced
sensory input, intracranial events, urinary retention, or myocardial
issues.
methylphenidate, amphetamine salts, dexmethylphenidate,
dextroamphetamine ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The 4 stimulants for
treating ADHD. *Man, Adhd Does Damage* **know long vs short
acting**
TCAs, clonidine, guanfacine, bupropion, atomoxetine ✔✔CORRECT
ANSWER✔✔The 5 non-stimulants for treating ADHD. *Calm Teens Give
Better Answers*
height, weight, BP, HR, EKG ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER✔✔What baseline
measurements are needed prior to starting treatment for ADHD?
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