NSG 552 EXAM 1 Wilkes University 2025/2026
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GBH sodium oxybate .......Answer.........Sodium oxybate is
another name for GHB, a substance that is often illegally sold
and abused, especially by young adults in social settings such as
nightclubs.
Somatic disorders .......Answer.........Marked by somatic (bodily)
symptoms that cause significant stress or impairment.
Somatic Symptom Disorder
Illness Anxiety Disorder
,age 2 of 46
Conversion Disorder
Somatic Disorders: Treatment .......Answer.........- CBT to address
maladaptive thoughts about illness
- Exposure to bodily sensations
- Can be helpful in group format
- May involve PCP
- Validation and empathy important, reinforcement of "no pain"
behaviors
How is Acamprosate cleared? .......Answer.........Renally
If a patient exhibits this stimulant associated symptom, they
should be switched to a shorter acting formula?
.......Answer.........Insomnia
,age 3 of 46
If dizziness in children occurs at peak, what should the patient be
switched to? .......Answer.........A longer acting formula
Inappropriate use of what substance may be due to uncontrolled
pain? .......Answer.........Opioids
Prior to starting a stimulant, the patient history, family history,
and exam should be conducted with a focus on what?
.......Answer.........Cardiovascular
What 2 medications are approved by the FDA to treat severe
behavioral issues in ASD, specifically tantrums, self-injury, and
aggression? .......Answer.........Risperidone;
Ariprazole
What are "Dizzy Patients Demand Immediate Monitoring"
symptoms? .......Answer.........Dizziness;
, age 4 of 46
Poor growth;
Decreased appetite;
Insomnia;
Mood lability
What are common adverse effects of stimulants?
.......Answer.........Dizziness;
Poor growth;
Decreased appetite;
Insomnia;
Mood lability
What are symptoms of cocaine intoxication?
.......Answer.........Dilated pupils;