Question1 1
out of 1 points
When an unstable patient asks why it is necessary to add medications to his current regimen, the PMHNP’s best response would be:
Selected C.
Answer:
“Many psychiatric illnesses in
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Question1 1
out of 1 points
When an unstable patient asks why it is necessary to add medications 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 Answer:
C.
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 Answer:
A.
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?
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