NURS 660 (NURS660)

NURS 660 Exam 1 Study Guide 2023. What are the reasons for living and those for dying?  What has prevented the patient from carrying out the act, or  How has s/he managed to evade the act of suicide thus far?  Is there anything different now or anticipated to be different in the near future?  Has the suicidal ideation been shared with anyone else besides the therapist?  Who has been or could be helpful in managing the ideation?  This will allow for the involvement of fami...

NURS 660 Psychopharmacology Exam 1 Review 2023. Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) = low potency 1st gen SEs: Neuroleptic induced deficit syndrome, akathisia, priapism, parkinsonism, galactorrhea, amenorrhea Drug Interactions: levodopa/dopamine agonists, HTN meds, CNS depressants, pressors, ETOH/diuretics, anticoagulants, phenytoin, propranolol, lithium Serious Adverse Events: NMS, jaundice, agranulocytosis, seizures FDA Indications: schizophrenia, severe behavioral problems…, acute psychosis,...

What is the medication that is the antidote for alprazolam? (If someone ODs). a. In overdosed-administer Flumazenil (benzo antagonist)-Stahl-can reverse od or induce sz or withdrawal in pts dependent on benzos 2. What is the MOA of pregabalin that makes it alleviate pain for people with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue? a. Gabapentin and Lyrica are analgesic adjuncts that bind to open conformation of VS calcium channels (prevent release of NTs including glutamate) in CNS tissue and stabili...

DIM - Suicide appears to occur when a mental Disorder is present, Intent develops, and Means become available When Should Suicide Assessment be Conducted?  First assessment on any patient with a mental illness or substance abuse diagnosis.  When a patient experiences sadness, low mood, recent loss or hopelessness, and at each subsequent session as long as the patient remains at risk.  Any time a patient has any other identified potential risk factors.  Dimensions of Assessing ...

NURS 660 - EXAM 4 STUDY GUIDE / NURS 660 - EXAM 4 STUDY GUIDE 1. Peter, a 35-year-old stockbroker, has been advised by his supervisor to come and see you, the company mental health consultant. His supervisor is complaining that he often comes late to appointments, is inappropriately fidgety, interrupts people during meetings, has been offensive towards coworkers, and has been known to party excessively on weeknights. Peter asserts that he is just fine; he has a lot of projects on his min...

NURS 660 - Exam 1 Study Guide. / NURS 660 - Exam 1 Study Guide. Pathways in schizophrenia  Brain imaging shows cerebral atrophy and enlarged fluid filled ventricles, as well as shrinkage in prefrontal cortex, temporal, basal ganglia, and limbic regions like hippocampus.

NURS 660_Exam3_painfulreview. / NURS 660_Exam3_painfulreview. 1. What is the medication that is the antidote for alprazolam? (If someone ODs). a. In overdosed-administer Flumazenil (benzo antagonist)-Stahl-can reverse od or induce sz or withdrawal in pts dependent on benzos

NURS 660 - Case Study Week 5 psychopharm. / NURS 660 - Case Study Week 5 psychopharm. Based on the information provided, Clozaril would be a practical choice for Caitlyn if her labs indicate that it is safe to administer it to her because she has failed to respond to previous antipsychotic medications to treat her schizophrenia.

NURS 660 - Discussion 5.1: Antipsychotic Side Effects. / NURS 660 - Discussion 5.1: Antipsychotic Side Effects. As effective as antipsychotic medications can be, they can also have serious side effects. In this discussion, you will identify potential side effects associated with antipsychotic medications (both first- and second-generation antipsychotics).

NURS 660 - Painful Exam 4 Review. / NURS 660 - Painful Exam 4 Review. 1.ADHD Medication contraindicated with liver impairment? A. Strattera 2. What is one of the birth defects associated with Lithium? a. ebstein's anomaly – cardiac anomaly