Apea- Psych Pharm Study Guide Graded A+

Laboratory monitoring for patients receiving serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) would NOT include: creatinine clearance. lipid panel. sodium levels. thyroid stimulating hormone. {Ans: thyroid stimulating hormone.}Ramelteon (Rozerem), a melatonin receptor agonist,: is approved for treatment of restless leg syndrome. does cause withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly. is a controlled substance. does not cause physical dependence. {Ans: does not cause physical dependence.}The generic name of Zyprexa is: aripiprazole. asenapine. bupropion. olanzapine. {Ans: olanzapine.}The drug class that is considered the first-line option for the treatment of insomnia with the least possible side effects is: antihistamines. antidepressants. benzodiazepine hypnotics. non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. {Ans: non-benzodiazepine hypnotics.}Bupropion (Wellbutrin), used in the treatment of depression, should NOT be administered to a patient with: alcoholism. attention deficit disorder. hypertension. seizure disorder. {Ans: seizure disorder.}If methylphenidate is contraindicated, which of the following medications is recommended for treatment of ADHD in an adult? Bupropion (Wellbutrin) Clonazepam (Klonopin) Fluoxetine (Prozac) Phenelzine (Nardil) {Ans: Bupropion (Wellbutrin)}