Walden University – NURS 6630 Psychopharmacology | Midterm Exam Test
Bank with Questions and Answers | 2025| Antipsychotics, Antidepressants, and
Key Psychiatric Concepts
Atypical Antipsychotics Medications targeting dopamine and serotonin receptors.
Genetic Modification Genes can influence behavior and vice versa.
D2 Receptors Blocked by medications, affecting mood and behavior.
Gabapentin Anticonvulsant with uncertain outcomes for depression.
G-Protein Linked Receptors Most medications act as antagonists on these receptors.
Varenicline Medication prescribed for smoking cessation.
Comorbidities Co-occurring health conditions, like diabetes and anxiety.
Serotonin Increase Alcohol temporarily boosts serotonin, affecting mood.
Antidepressants Medications used prophylactically to prevent depression.
Panic Attacks Intense fear episodes often treated with SSRIs.
Withdrawal Symptoms Physical effects experienced after stopping substance use.
,Beta Blockers Medications that reduce physical symptoms of anxiety.
Dopamine Hypothesis Theory linking dopamine to schizophrenia symptoms.
Mesolimbic Pathway Dopamine pathway associated with positive schizophrenia symptoms.
Neurotransmitter Diffusion Neurotransmitters can spread without presynaptic neuron
release.
Trazodone Sedating antidepressant with lower weight gain risk.
Pregabalin (Lyrica) Medication prescribed for partial seizures management.
Endogenous Neurotransmitters Naturally occurring brain chemicals influencing psychiatric
medications.
Desvenlafaxine Antidepressant dosage indicates patient's renal impairment.
Inverse Agonist Medication that promotes serotonin availability in schizophrenia.
MAO Inhibitor Medication requiring dietary restrictions to avoid interactions.
Fear Conditioning Assessment of trauma's impact on patient behavior.
Bipolar I Contraindication Bipolar patients should not use antidepressant monotherapy.
,D2 Partial Agonist Receptor action beneficial in antipsychotic medication effects.
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) Medications causing blurred vision via M1 receptor
blockade.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Test Blood test for patients on lithium therapy.
Neurotransmitter Imbalance Medications aim to restore natural neurotransmitter levels.
Amphetamines Stimulants that may not be suitable for fatigue.
Sedating Antidepressant Class of antidepressants that induce sleepiness.
Psychotic Symptoms Symptoms including delusions or hallucinations without schizophrenia.
Patient Noncompliance Refusal to take medication due to misunderstanding.
Serotonin Neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation and treatment.
Medication Education Teaching patients about drug effects and interactions.
Psychiatric Evaluation Assessment of mental health symptoms and history.
Amphetamines Stimulants that can induce hallucinations.
, Carbamazepine Anticonvulsant used for bipolar disorder.
Aripiprazole Atypical antipsychotic for mood stabilization.
Melatonin Hormone regulating sleep-wake cycles.
Drug-induced thrombocytopenia Low platelet count due to medication.
Milnacipran Medication for fibromyalgia treatment.
Weight gain Unusual side effect of milnacipran.
Psychosis Syndrome linked to various psychiatric disorders.
Fluvoxamine SSRI used for anxiety and depression.
Sertraline SSRI effective for depression and anxiety.
Sigma receptors Receptors involved in anxiety and antipsychotic effects.
Amitriptyline Tricyclic antidepressant for depression and pain.
Lisinopril ACE inhibitor for hypertension management.
Fluoxetine SSRI commonly prescribed for depression.
Bank with Questions and Answers | 2025| Antipsychotics, Antidepressants, and
Key Psychiatric Concepts
Atypical Antipsychotics Medications targeting dopamine and serotonin receptors.
Genetic Modification Genes can influence behavior and vice versa.
D2 Receptors Blocked by medications, affecting mood and behavior.
Gabapentin Anticonvulsant with uncertain outcomes for depression.
G-Protein Linked Receptors Most medications act as antagonists on these receptors.
Varenicline Medication prescribed for smoking cessation.
Comorbidities Co-occurring health conditions, like diabetes and anxiety.
Serotonin Increase Alcohol temporarily boosts serotonin, affecting mood.
Antidepressants Medications used prophylactically to prevent depression.
Panic Attacks Intense fear episodes often treated with SSRIs.
Withdrawal Symptoms Physical effects experienced after stopping substance use.
,Beta Blockers Medications that reduce physical symptoms of anxiety.
Dopamine Hypothesis Theory linking dopamine to schizophrenia symptoms.
Mesolimbic Pathway Dopamine pathway associated with positive schizophrenia symptoms.
Neurotransmitter Diffusion Neurotransmitters can spread without presynaptic neuron
release.
Trazodone Sedating antidepressant with lower weight gain risk.
Pregabalin (Lyrica) Medication prescribed for partial seizures management.
Endogenous Neurotransmitters Naturally occurring brain chemicals influencing psychiatric
medications.
Desvenlafaxine Antidepressant dosage indicates patient's renal impairment.
Inverse Agonist Medication that promotes serotonin availability in schizophrenia.
MAO Inhibitor Medication requiring dietary restrictions to avoid interactions.
Fear Conditioning Assessment of trauma's impact on patient behavior.
Bipolar I Contraindication Bipolar patients should not use antidepressant monotherapy.
,D2 Partial Agonist Receptor action beneficial in antipsychotic medication effects.
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) Medications causing blurred vision via M1 receptor
blockade.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Test Blood test for patients on lithium therapy.
Neurotransmitter Imbalance Medications aim to restore natural neurotransmitter levels.
Amphetamines Stimulants that may not be suitable for fatigue.
Sedating Antidepressant Class of antidepressants that induce sleepiness.
Psychotic Symptoms Symptoms including delusions or hallucinations without schizophrenia.
Patient Noncompliance Refusal to take medication due to misunderstanding.
Serotonin Neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation and treatment.
Medication Education Teaching patients about drug effects and interactions.
Psychiatric Evaluation Assessment of mental health symptoms and history.
Amphetamines Stimulants that can induce hallucinations.
, Carbamazepine Anticonvulsant used for bipolar disorder.
Aripiprazole Atypical antipsychotic for mood stabilization.
Melatonin Hormone regulating sleep-wake cycles.
Drug-induced thrombocytopenia Low platelet count due to medication.
Milnacipran Medication for fibromyalgia treatment.
Weight gain Unusual side effect of milnacipran.
Psychosis Syndrome linked to various psychiatric disorders.
Fluvoxamine SSRI used for anxiety and depression.
Sertraline SSRI effective for depression and anxiety.
Sigma receptors Receptors involved in anxiety and antipsychotic effects.
Amitriptyline Tricyclic antidepressant for depression and pain.
Lisinopril ACE inhibitor for hypertension management.
Fluoxetine SSRI commonly prescribed for depression.
