NR 546 WEEK 1, 2, 3, 5, 6&7 BEST QUIZ WITH ACTUAL SOLUTIONS & EXPLANATIONS 2023/2024 UPDATED

EPSs manifest when dopamine receptor occupancy within the basal ganglia reaches approximately 80% as the dopamine-mediated inhibition of movement is now disinhibited (Refer to pathophysiology and the basal ganglia model of movement)Stahl p.133 . See figure 5-4 Risperidone has the highest risk for galactorrhea. Review tuberofundiular pathway Stahl p.95 Clozapine is documented to decrease risk of suicide in schizophrenic clients. Stahl p. 181 "Aripiprazole is associated with the lowest risk weight gain. All pines are associated with weight gain. Though not associated with large weight gain, lurasidone is not associated with less weight gain in the same way as aripiprazole. Week 3 lecture " Haldol is a first-generation antipsychotic, which can cause a dystonic reaction. Clozapine is one of the only antipsychotics that does not cause dystonia. The other medications are not known for causing dystonia.