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tiffannnnyyyyyy

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Which is the drug of choice to treat a patient with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)?
 
  a. Lorazepam (Ativan)
  b. Buspirone (BuSpar)
  c. Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
  d. Hydroxyzine (Vistaril)

Question 2

What point(s) should be included when teaching a patient about the use of apomorphine for treatment of Parkinson's disease? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. The restoration of function resulting from stimulation of dopamine receptors is permanent.
  b. Apomorphine may be administered intravenously for rapid relief.
  c. Apomorphine does not have any opioid activity.
  d. A multidose injector pen is commonly used to administer apomorphine.
  e. You may experience nausea and vomiting, which can be treated with trimethobenzamide (Tigan).
  f. You may experience sleep attacks or episodes of daytime sleepiness.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Fluvoxamine inhibits the reuptake of serotonin at the nerve endings, thus prolonging serotonin activity. Fluvoxamine is used for the treatment of OCD when the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress or interfere substantially with social or occupational responsibilities. Fluvoxamine does not prevent the obsessions or compulsions; the therapeutic outcome of this drug is to assist the patient in his or her management. Lorazepam, buspirone, and hydroxyzine do not treat the symptoms of OCD.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, D, E, F
Apomorphine has no opioid activity, is commonly injected by a reusable multidose pen, and may cause nausea, vomiting, or sleepiness. Apomorphine brings temporary relief from hypomobility. Apomorphine must not be administered intravenously. It may crystallize in the vein and form a thrombus or embolism.





 

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