NURS 6630 MIDTERM EXAM 7 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS latest update

NURS 6630 MIDTERM EXAM 7 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS When an unstable patient asks why it is necessary to add medications to his current regimen, the PMHNP’s best response would be: Selected Answer: C.  “Many psychiatric illnesses involve several dys-functioning neurotransmitter systems in the brain. Often, a single medication may only effect one or two of the dys-functioning systems. The addition of another medication can work with the current medication in stabilizing multiple neurotransmitter systems and help to alleviate your symptoms.” Question 2 0 out of 1 points The PMHNP is meeting with a new mother who would like to begin taking medication again to treat her bipolar depression; she is breastfeeding her 2-month old daughter.  The PMHNP recognizes that which of the following medications is contraindicated for this patient? Selected Answer: C.  Lithium (Lithobid) Question 3 1 out of 1 points Mr. Gordon is a middle-aged client who was started on antidepressant monotherapy for depression.  After beginning this medication, the PMHNP noticed that this client seemed to swing into a hypomanic episode. What can the PMHNP infer from this behavior change? Selected Answer: A.  This client may have Bipolar III disorder Question 4 1 out of 1 points A patient presents with frequent episodes of mania. Which statement describes an appropriate treatment approach for this patient? Selected Answer: B.  “The patient could benefit from an anticonvulsant.”   Question 5