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jerry coleman

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A patient is hospitalized for severe depression. Of the medications listed below, the nurse can expect to provide the patient with teaching about:
 
  a. chlordiazepoxide (Librium).
  b. clozapine (Clozaril).
  c. sertraline (Zoloft).
  d. tacrine (Cognex).

Question 2

A patient has fear as well as increased heart rate and blood pressure. The nurse suspects increased activity of which neurotransmitter?
 
  a. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
  b. Norepinephrine
  c. Acetylcholine
  d. Histamine


canderson530

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Sertraline (Zoloft) is an SSRI. This antidepressant blocks the reuptake of serotonin, with few anticholinergic and sedating side effects. Clozapine is an antipsychotic. Chlordiazepoxide is an anxiolytic. Tacrine treats Alzheimer's disease.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Norepinephrine is the neurotransmitter associated with sympathetic nervous system stimulation, preparing the individual for fight or flight. GABA is a mediator of anxiety level. A high concentration of histamine is associated with an inflammatory response. A high concentration of acetylcholine is associated with parasympathetic nervous system stimulation.


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