Nur 233 Mental Health Exam 1 Psychiatric Medications (Hondros) Questions and answers already Graded A+
Nur 233 Mental Health Exam 1 Psychiatric Medications (Hondros) Questions and answers already Graded A+ Benadryl (diphenhydramine) - Antihistamine with anticholinergic properties. Used for sedation, agitation, insomnia, and EPS symptoms. Side Effects of Benadryl - dry mouth, constipation, drowsiness, memory loss Adverse Effects of Benadryl - cardiac issues, seizures Caution for Benadryl - No driving; increases sedation with other meds Ativan (lorazepam) - Benzodiazepine that enhances GABA. Used for anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, seizures, panic attacks. Side Effects of Ativan - sedation, fatigue, memory loss Adverse Effects of Ativan - respiratory depression, apnea
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