Cogentin - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What direct-acting dopamine receptor agonist is recommended to be used in the treatments of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) fo help lower the dopamine blockade? A) benzotropine (Cogentin) B) bromocriptine (Parlodel) C) dantrolene (Dantrium) D) trihexyphenidyl (Artane) A) Bromocriptine (Parlodel) is the recommended direct acting dopamine receptor agonist to help decrease the dopamine blockade. Danrolene (Dantrium) is a muscle relaxant. Benzotropine (Cogentin) and Trihexyphenidyl (Arta...

Pharmacology Exam Study Guide Test Bank Complete Latest 2023-2024 – NURSING 1140 Pharm Exam Study Guide. A patient’s heart rate is found to be 72 beats per minute and regular. The nurse evaluates which situation in the patient’s peripheral nervous system? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. The sympathetic system is in control. 2. The parasympathetic system is dominating. 3. Both parasympathetic and sympathetic systems are influencing cardiac status. 4. The autonomic nervous sy...

NRNP 6675-15; NRNP 6675 Week 6 Midterm Exam 2024/25 100% solved -Graded A+ NRNP 6675 Midterm Exam (Latest-2024/2025, 100 Q & A) / NRNP 6675N Midterm Exam / NRNP6675 Midterm Exam / NRNP-6675N Midterm Exam: Walden University | 100% Verified Q & A | Which of the following are risk factors for neuroleptic malignant syndrome? Select all that apply Age Rapid dose escalation Parental route of administration Higher potency typical antipsychotics 2. Antipsychotic medications provide D2 blockade in the ...

A client with depression remains in bed most of the day, and declines activities. Which nursing problem has the greatest priority for this client? A. Loss of interest in diversional activity. B. Social isolation. C. Refusal to address nutritional needs. D. Low self-esteem. The nurse is preparing medications for a client with bipolar disorder and notices that the client discontinued antipsychotic medication for several days. Which medication should also be discontinued? a. Lithium. (...

Pharmacology Exam Study Guide Test Bank Complete Latest 2023-2024 – NURSING 1140 Pharm Exam Study Guide. Pharm Exam study guide A patient’s heart rate is found to be 72 beats per minute and regular. The nurse evaluates which situation in the patient’s peripheral nervous system? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. The sympathetic system is in control. 2. The parasympathetic system is dominating. 3. Both parasympathetic and sympathetic systems are influencing cardiac status. 4. ...

NU641 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED A+ Classification of Drug Therapy for Parkinson's disease - Answer- -exercise is a natural way of increasing dopamine -Dopaminergic agents: Promote activation of dopamine receptors -Levodopa - Anticholinergic agents: Prevent activation of cholinergic receptors -Benztropine (Cogentin) -Amantadine Dopaminergic Agents - Mechanism of action - Answer- -Promotion of dopamine synthesis -Prevention of d...

NRNP 6675-15; NRNP 6675 Week 6 Midterm Exam 2022 100% solved -Graded A+   NRNP 6675-15; NRNP 6675 Week 6 Midterm Exam 2022 100% solved -Graded A+ 1. Which of the following are risk factors for neuroleptic malignant syndrome? Select all that apply Age Rapid dose escalation Parental route of administration Higher potency typical antipsychotics 2. Antipsychotic medications provide D2 blockade in the mesocortical pathway causing which of the following effects? Reduces negative symptoms Increases e...

HESI PNR 200/ PNR 200 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Mental Health Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Fortis Q: recurrent negative symptoms of chronic schizophrenia and medication risperdal. walks laterally contracted position, something has made his body contort Answer: administer the prescribed anticholinergic benztropine (cogentin) for dystonia Q: bipolar disorder depakote for manic reactions. monitored for seizure Answer: observe the client for a...

Psychosis - Answer the core feature of schizophrenia and other conditions in the schizophrenia Agitation is a psychiatric emergency T/F - Answer True IM haloperidol should be administered with - or - to reduce the risk of severe EPS or dystonia - Answer benztropine or diphenhydramine severely agitated patients, we suggest using a - in combination with the antipsychotic(e.g. Haldol + - + Cogentin. - Answer benzodiazepine- ie Lorazepam Cogentin is a benztropine or benzodiaz...

1. A client with depression remains in bed most of the day, declines activities and refuses meals. Which nursing problem has the greatest priority for this client? a. Loss of interest in diversional activity. b. Social isolation c. Refusal to address nutritional needs d. Low self-esteem.: c. Refusal to address nutritional needs 2. The nurse is preparing medications for a client with bipolar disorder and notices that the antipsychotic medication was discontinued several days ago. Which med...