NR 546 Advanced Psychopharmacology – Weeks 5–8 Complete Study Notes (Chamberlain University, Verified Content)

NR 546 Advanced Psychopharmacology – Weeks 5–8 Complete Study Notes (Chamberlain University, Verified Content)This NR 546 Advanced Psychopharmacology Study Guide covers Weeks 5–8 of Chamberlain University’s curriculum, providing clear, exam‑ready notes for graduate nursing students. It organizes complex psychopharmacology topics into concise explanations, prescribing pearls, and client education points to make studying easier and more effective. Content Highlights: - Week 5 – Mood Disorders - Pathophysiology of depression and bipolar disorder. - First‑line treatments: SSRIs, SNRIs, NDRIs, SARIs. - Prescribing pearls, adverse effects, client education, black box warnings, serotonin syndrome, and discontinuation guidelines. - Week 6 – Substance Use Disorders (SUD) - Neurobiology of addiction, pharmacologic management, and treatment strategies for alcohol, opioid, and stimulant use disorders. - Week 7 – ADHD & Pharmacologic Management - Stimulant and non‑stimulant therapies, mechanisms of action, lifespan considerations, and prescribing principles. - Week 8 – Alzheimer’s Disease & Treatment - Pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s, neurotransmitter involvement, pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatment strategies, and clinical management. Key Benefits: - Comprehensive coverage of Weeks 5–8 topics in NR 546. - Verified notes aligned with Chamberlain University’s advanced nursing curriculum. - Perfect for exam prep, quick review, and clinical application. - Organized for rapid recall and last‑minute study sessions