Exam 2: Nsg552/ Nsg 552 (Latest 2023/2024) Psychopharmacology Exam| Grade A Questions And Verified Answers| 100% Correct

Donepezil(cholinesterase inhibitors) {Ans: Slows clinical deterioration by 6-12months Once daily dosing For mild-moderate NCD Not effective in severe, end-stage disease -Should stop if side effects of nausea/vomiting develop S/E diarrhea, weight loss, abnormal dreams, insomnia, dizziness}antisocial personality disorder {Ans: •NOTE: Begins as conduct disorder in childhood •Txt: •Psychotherapy is ineffective •Treat symptoms of anxiety, depression or aggression but with caution d/t high comorbidity with substance use disorders.}Autism Spectrum Disorder {Ans: •Characterized by impairments in social communication/interaction and restrictive, repetitive behaviors/interests •4:1 ration (male/female) •Recognized ages 12-24 months}General guidelines for txt of personality disorder {Ans: •First-line treatment for personality disorders is psychotherapy. •Symptom-focused, medication treatment of personality disorders is generally considered to be an adjunct to psychotherapy. •Avoid prescribing medications that can be fatal in overdose, such as tricyclic antidepressants. •Avoid prescribing medications that can induce physiological dependence and tolerance, including benzodiazepines. •Avoid changing medication each time there is a crisis or change in mood symptoms, which may occur frequently and suddenly, and also remit suddenly in some people with personality disorders. •Symptom expression in patients with personality disorders often waxes and wanes in relationship to life circumstances.}Naloxone (Narcan) {Ans: opioid antagonist}Alzheimer's disease {Ans: -Gradual