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Olanzepine and Lamictal ODT are also available as an orally disintegrating tablet. Typically MAOIs are sedating medications. Answer: F Antabuse is better used with a steady drinking patient, while ReVia is better to use with a patient who binges. Answer: […]

When one drug significantly enhances the action of another, this is known as: a. potentiation b. maximization c. synergism d. interaction Placebo effects are actually: a. not noticed with most medications b. The mind playing tricks on the patient c. […]

Typically speaking medications like amitriptyline and doxepin are more sedating than protriptyline or dopamine. Serotonin syndrome includes fever, muscle rigidity, and hypotension. Answer: T Approximately 7% of the general population have a personality disorder. Answer: F There are three distinct […]

Antabuse or disulfiram is usually given to patients who are: a. study drinkers b. binge drinkers c. both aand b d. neither a nor b The best medication for treatment refractory schizophrenia is: a. Seroquel b. Abilify c. Clozaril d. […]

Drug protein binding may hinder a drug’s metabolism and cause the drug to remain longer in the circulatory system. Typical side effects of stimulants include hypertension, insomnia, weight loss, and headaches. Answer: T Expert consensus suggests that a prescriber wait […]

Acamprosate is known to inhibit _______. a. GABA b. dopamine c. glutamate d. serotonin Typical two-drug combinations for Bipolar Illness include: a. An SSRI plus an MAOI b. An SSRI plus a neuroleptic c. Lithium plus an anticonvulsant d. All […]

In the study mentioned in the text, what percentage of the patients with middle of the night insomnia also reported daytime fatigue? a. 34% b. 39% c. 43% d. 67% The treatment of choice for the first episode psychotic patient […]

The physical space between neurons is called: a. the intracellular space b. the extracellular space c. the cytoplasm d. the synapse In reading the following prescription in a medical record-Xanax .5 mg b.i.d. or p.r.n would mean: a. Xanax .5 […]

Chapter One Summary In Chapter One we discussed the reasons for why a non-medical therapist would want to study psychopharmacology. The rationale has always been that they are not physicians and do not feel the need to practice what they […]

Chapter Ten Summary Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common type of dementia affecting more than 15 million people worldwide. Approximately 1 in 45 Americans has AD. Dementia with Lewy Bodies is the next most common type and Vascular dementia […]

Chapter Eleven Summary Sleep disturbances are common complaints in many physician and therapist’s offices. The various forms of insomnia include initial insomnia, or trouble falling asleep; middle insomnia, or intermittent awakening throughout the night; or terminal insomnia or awakening about […]

Chapter Twelve Summary Historically, psychotherapy has been the mainstay in the treatment of personality disorders. More recently medications are getting another look as personality disorders are not simply viewed as “behavioral” conditions caused by poor parenting, but in fact, many […]

Chapter Thirteen Summary Many patients presenting with various axis I conditions also use or abuse substances. We only tend to get concerned when a client demonstrates detrimental effects on his/her social and occupational functioning. This includes, but is not limited […]

Chapter Fourteen Summary In the typical practice, patients present with a host of psychological and physical concerns. These patients are likely to present with unexplained symptoms to their primary care physicians. Depression has been shown to be a factor for […]

Chapter Two Summary Chapter Two addressed the basic biological explanations of how the brain and the nervous system function and control human behavior. We examined the role of exogenous and endogenous substances in the body and how they affect various […]

Chapter Three Summary In Chapter Three we explored the concepts of psychodynamics or how drugs affect the body, i.e., receptor cites and how they cause neurochemical changes in the body. Pharmacokinetics refers to the drugs administration, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and […]

Chapter Four Summary It is very important for all mental health professionals to take very detailed and thorough history information from their patients. This information should include an adequate social history, complete medical history, and a full mental status examination […]

Chapter Five Summary Depression is the most common complaint presented by mental health patients, and it is very important for the professional to determine the exact nature and probable cause affecting the patient. Obtaining this information is crucial in formulating […]

Chapter Six Summary Bipolar disorder is characterized by cycling between extreme highs or mania, and extreme lows or depression. For some, the mania may be less intense and troublesome, so we refer to this as hypomania. While the typical age […]

Chapter Seven Summary Second only to depression and alcohol abuse, anxiety disorders are commonly presented in both mental health and medical/surgical settings. The etiology of most anxiety disorders may include environmental triggers or stressors, as well as physiological dysregulation of […]

Chapter Eight Summary Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders affect more than 1% of the general population. It is key to assess and treat schizophrenia in its early stages and to prevent relapse. Patients left untreated in the first year of […]

Chapter Nine Summary Approximately 3-7% of all school aged children have some form of attention deficit disorder. Additionally, about 70% of these children will go on to demonstrate attention deficit into their adult years. Diagnosis can be difficult as many […]