Narcolepsy tx - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Drug Name (include if IR, XR, ODT, LA) Indication (include approved ages) Neurotransmitter(s) Affected Target Symptoms Short-acting, intermediateacting or long-acting. Duration of action, peak (if noted) Notable side effects /Patient education instructions Methylphenidate (D/L) (Concerta, Ritalin) -Dopamine, norepinephrine inhibitor and releaser (DNRIRe), stimulant, FDA approved for ADHD in children and adults (ages vary based on formulations), narcolepsy. Off-label for trea...

NR 546 WEEK 7 ADHD Medication Table. Drug Name (include if IR, XR, ODT, LA) Indication (include approved ages) Neurotransmitter(s) Affected Target Symptoms Short-acting, intermediateacting or long-acting. Duration of action, peak (if noted) Notable side effects /Patient education instructions Methylphenidate (D/L) (Concerta, Ritalin) -Dopamine, norepinephrine inhibitor and releaser (DNRIRe), stimulant, FDA approved for ADHD in children and adults (ages vary based on formulatio...

Acute anxiety First line for acute panic may be short term benzo use. short acting benzos cause rebound anxiety and are the most abused Benzodiazepines Withdrawal can be dangerous, even deadly. Stopping abruptly is not advised. Symptoms of agitation, tension, irritability, and sz. may occur anxiety disorders psychological disorders characterized by distressing, persistent anxiety or maladaptive behaviors that reduce anxiety anxiety disorders treatment -non-activating an...

How many hours of sleep does an 1. infant need 2. teenager 3. adults correct answer: 16, 9, 7-8 Insomnia correct answer: a lack of sleep due to insufficient sleep quality or quantity. major complaints - awakening during sleep, followed by difficulty falling asleep insomnia correct answer: The most common sleep disorder in the US (affects 1/3 of adults at some point) DSM - 5 major criteria for dx of insomnia correct answer: dissatisfaction (cant initiate sleep, cant maintain sleep, e...

Exam 3: NURS660 / NURS 660 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Psychopharmacology and Advanced Mental Health Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | Grade A - Maryville Q: Types of pain that is treated with psychiatric medication Answer: protracted pain (mix of nociceptive and central pain and chronic pain (central) Q: effect of how antidepressants migrate pain - Direct (way you think about pain) Answer: increase in supraspinal inhibition and decrease peripheral and central desen- sitization Q: effect of how a...

Medical Standards/Regulations vs Medical Guidelines - ANSWER-Medical Standards/Regulations - are mandatory Medical Guidelines - are advisory / at medical examiner discretion Outcomes (3 results) and maxed interval - ANSWER-1. Certified - max is 2 years 2. Disqualified 3. Determination pending - 45 days Minimal Retention Period for Medial Records - ANSWER-3 years T/F Driver must carry valid ME Certificate - ANSWER-True T/F Motor carrier does not have to maintain a copy of the ME...

prototype for antipsychotic (trade/generic), treatment for schizophrenia - ANSWER-haldol/haloperidol how long does it take the typical antipsychotic drug to reach its therapeutic effect? - ANSWER-several days what would you say if a patient calls and states that the antipsychotic drug isn't working within the 1st couple of days? - ANSWER-keep taking it (they don't work right away) what should we inform the patient about antipsychotics concerning taking the prescription? - ANSWER-take ...

What are the client's rights they should be made aware of? - Answer -individual dignity -confidentiality -non-discriminatory services -communication -personal effects -minors to be educated -counsel -habeas corpus When are the clients rights explained to them client? - Answer orientation When should a counselor and client start to work on the tx plan? - Answer -once a diagnosis is confirmed -placement recommendation has been made -admitted to appropriate LOC What basic functions do...

Exam 3: NURS660/ NURS 660 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Psychopharmacology and Advanced Mental Health Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| Grade A - Maryville Q: Types of pain that is treated with psychiatric medication Answer: protracted pain (mix of nociceptive and central pain and chronic pain (central) Q: effect of how antidepressants migrate pain - Direct (way you think about pain) Answer: increase in supraspinal inhibition and decrease peripheral and central desen- sitization ...

CADC PRE-TEST EXAM 1 WITH SATISFIED SOLUTIONS Whatbasic functions does the intake process perform? -establish eligibility -completebasic datacollection -identifybarriers andassets -est.a tx orserviceplan What is thecaseconceptualization? organizingthe informationandobservations madeduringassessment phase and interpretor make clinical judgement about whatclient is experiencing. Trueor False Alcoholcancausedelirium tremors, which are fatal? true What is the definition of recovery? Chang...