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NURS 222Mental health Medications
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PSYCHOTIC MEDICATIONS (Chap 22, 212-221) 
Antipsychotics (1st Gen Conventional) – 
blocks dopamine (D2), acetylcholine, 
histamine and norepinephrine (NE) receptors 
in the brain. Used mainly to control positive 
symptoms of psychotic behavior. Reserved 
for violent and aggressive patients. 
● chlorpromazine (Thorazine) – low potency 
→ Prototype 
● thioridazine – low potency 
● loxapine, medium potency 
● perphenazine, medium potency 
● haloperidol (Haldol), high potency 
● ...
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