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, NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 2 Study Guide (2025)
Exam Focus
Psychopharmacology Exam 2 will likely focus on:
• Mechanisms of action of psychiatric medications
• Pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics
• Drug interactions
• Adverse effects and contraindications
• Clinical decision-making: choosing medications based on patient
profiles
• Special populations: pediatrics, geriatrics, pregnancy,
comorbidities
Core Topics to Master
1. Antidepressants
o SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAOIs
o Atypical antidepressants (e.g., bupropion, mirtazapine)
o Serotonin Syndrome: symptoms and management
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, 2. Antipsychotics
o First-generation vs. second-generation
o EPS (extrapyramidal symptoms), NMS (neuroleptic malignant
syndrome)
o Clozapine: monitoring (ANC counts)
3. Mood Stabilizers
o Lithium (toxicity, monitoring levels)
o Anticonvulsants used as mood stabilizers (e.g., valproic acid,
lamotrigine)
4. Anxiolytics
o Benzodiazepines vs. non-benzodiazepine treatments
o Buspirone: use and advantages
5. ADHD Medications
o Stimulants (methylphenidate, amphetamines)
o Non-stimulant options (atomoxetine)
6. Substance Use Disorders
o Medications for alcohol, opioid, nicotine dependence
o Withdrawal management
7. Sleep Disorders
o Pharmacologic treatments for insomnia and narcolepsy
8. Ethical & Legal Aspects
o Informed consent
o Prescribing authority
o Off-label use
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EXAM SUCCESS (2025)!]
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❖ 149 Practice Questions + Detailed Answers
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FOR MOREE HELP &QUESTIONS :
,FOR MOREE HELP &QUESTIONS :
, NSG 552 Psychopharmacology Exam 2 Study Guide (2025)
Exam Focus
Psychopharmacology Exam 2 will likely focus on:
• Mechanisms of action of psychiatric medications
• Pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics
• Drug interactions
• Adverse effects and contraindications
• Clinical decision-making: choosing medications based on patient
profiles
• Special populations: pediatrics, geriatrics, pregnancy,
comorbidities
Core Topics to Master
1. Antidepressants
o SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAOIs
o Atypical antidepressants (e.g., bupropion, mirtazapine)
o Serotonin Syndrome: symptoms and management
FOR MOREE HELP &QUESTIONS :
, 2. Antipsychotics
o First-generation vs. second-generation
o EPS (extrapyramidal symptoms), NMS (neuroleptic malignant
syndrome)
o Clozapine: monitoring (ANC counts)
3. Mood Stabilizers
o Lithium (toxicity, monitoring levels)
o Anticonvulsants used as mood stabilizers (e.g., valproic acid,
lamotrigine)
4. Anxiolytics
o Benzodiazepines vs. non-benzodiazepine treatments
o Buspirone: use and advantages
5. ADHD Medications
o Stimulants (methylphenidate, amphetamines)
o Non-stimulant options (atomoxetine)
6. Substance Use Disorders
o Medications for alcohol, opioid, nicotine dependence
o Withdrawal management
7. Sleep Disorders
o Pharmacologic treatments for insomnia and narcolepsy
8. Ethical & Legal Aspects
o Informed consent
o Prescribing authority
o Off-label use
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