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NURS 6630 Midterm Exam/Questions & Answers/ Guaranteed A+ Score/Latest Updated

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Question 1 1 out of 1 points When an unstable patient asks why it is necessary to add medicatio... ns to his current regimen, the PMHNP’s best response would be: Selected C. Answer: “Many psychiatric illnesses involve several dys-functioning neurotransmitter systems in the brain. Often, a single medication may only effect one or two of the dys-functioning systems. The addition of another medication can work with the current medication in stabilizing multiple neurotransmitter systems and help to alleviate your symptoms.” • Question 2 0 out of 1 points The PMHNP is meeting with a new mother who would like to begin taking medication again to treat her bipolar depression; she is breastfeeding her 2-month old daughter. The PMHNP recognizes that which of the following medications is contraindicated for this patient? Selected C. Answer: Lithium ( Lithobid ) • Question 3 1 out of 1 points Mr. Gordon is a middle-aged client who was started on antidepressant monotherapy for depression. After beginning this medication, the PMHNP noticed that this client seemed to swing into a hypomanic episode. What can the PMHNP infer from this behavior change? Selected A. Answer: This client may have Bipolar III disorder • Question 4 1 out of 1 points A patient presents with frequent episodes of mania. Which statement describes an appropriate treatment approach for this patient? Selected B. Answer: “The patient could benefit from an anticonvulsant.” • Question 5 1 out of 1 points The student inquires about antipsychotic medications. Which response by the PMHNP describes the factors that contribute to reduced risk of extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) for patients who take antipsychotics? Selected B. Answer: Those that are potent D2 antagonists with 5HT2A antagonism properties • Question 6 1 out of 1 points After ordering flumazenil (Rumazicon) the PMHNP cautions the staff to monitor for which possible effect? Selected D. Answer: All of the above • Question 7 1 out of 1 points The PMHNP is caring for a patient who is taking antipsychotics heard the psychiatrist tell the patient that the patient would be placed on a different antipsychotic agent called an atypical antipsychotic. What neurotransmitters will this new medication work on? Selected A. Answer: dopamine and serotonin • Question 8 1 out of 1 points While genes have potential to modify behavior, behavior can also modify genes. How do genes impact this process? Selected B. Answer: Changes made to proteins lead to changes in behavior [Show More]

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