Summary NR 293 A nurse working in a mental health unit is reviewing the medication records for sev
NR 293 A nurse working in a mental health unit is reviewing the medication records for sev NR 293 A nurse working in a mental health unit is reviewing the medication records for several clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Which medication class(es) should the nurse anticipate would likely be prescribed for these clients? Select all that apply. a. Second generation antipsychotics. b. Monoamine oxidase enzyme inhibitors (MAOIs). c. Mood stabilizers. d. Anticonvulsants. e. Tricyclic antidepressants.Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). The treatment for bipolar disorder often involves a combination of medications and psychotherapy.The nurse should anticipate the following medication classes to be prescribed for clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder:ï‚·Second generation antipsychotics.ï‚·Mood stabilizers.ï‚·Anticonvulsants.Here's a brief explanation of each:1.Second generation antipsychotics: These are often used in the treatment of bipolar disorder to man
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