Test Bank for Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology, 5th Edition (2021) by Stephen M. Stahl | Chapters 1–13 | Complete Coverage

STAHLS ESSENTIAL PSYCHOPATHOLOGY NEUROSCIENTIFIC ANDPsychopharmacology PRACTICE APPLICATION 5TH Stahl's BASIS Essential EDITION TEST BANK Neuroscientific Basis and Practical Applications 5th Edition Testbank/Study Guide b. COMT and glutamate c. Monamine and glycine pr ep .c om Chapter 1 Chemical neurotransmission MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A patient with depression mentions to the nurse, My mother says depression is a chemical disorder. What does she mean? The nurses response is based on the theory that depression primarily involves which of the following neurotransmitters? a. Cortisol and GABA ur si ng te st d. Serotonin and norepinephrine ANS: D One possible cause of depression is thought to involve one or more neurotransmitters. Serotonin and norepinephrine have been found to be important in the regulation of depression. There is no research to support that the other options play a significant role in the development of depression. 2. A patient has experienced a stroke (cerebral vascular accident) that has resulted in damage to the Broca area. Which evaluation does the nurse conduct to reinforce this diagnosis? a. Observing the patient pick up a spoon Asking the patient to recite the alphabet c. Monitoring the patients blood pressure .m yn b. w w w d. Comparing the patients grip strength in both hands ANS: B Accidents or strokes that damage Brocas area may result in the inability to speak (i.e., motor aphasia). Fine motor skills, blood pressure control, and muscl ...