CU NR 546

Active symptoms - Depression Anxiety Suicidality Adherence - can be defined as persistence or compliance. Persistence is taking the medication over the intended time period. Compliance is taking the medication as prescribed. According to Dell'Osso et al. (2020), client, clinician, and structural factors all contribute to non-adherence. Amygdala - Involved in emotional regulation and perception of odors antagonist effect - antagonist effect - drug binds to receptor, but does not activate a response Antipsychotic medications - can be effective in reducing the symptoms of psychosis. Are the PMHNP and other staff liable if the client has an allergic reaction or adverse side effects to the drugs used for chemical restraint? - No. The client has been courtordered to take the prescribed medications and the standing order for chemical restraints is approved. The PMHNP and other staff are not liable if the patient has an allergic reaction or adverse side effects