A patient is hospitalized for symptoms that include auditory ...

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A patient is hospitalized for symptoms that include auditory hallucinations and paranoid delusions. Based on the nurse's understanding of neurobiology, which neurotransmitter alteration causes these manifestations?
 
  1. Serotonin
  2. Dopamine
  3. Acetylcholine
  4. Norepinephrine

Question 2

A psychiatric nurse is preparing nursing staff education on the role of neurotransmitters in neurobiology. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching presentation?
 
  1. There are two classes of neurotransmitters.
  2. Each neurotransmitter functions in the same manner.
  3. Neurotransmitters and receptors do not vary in their affinity for each other.
  4. Neurotransmitters consistently act in either an excitatory or inhibitory manner.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2
Explanation: Dopamine disruptions are involved in psychosis, with manifestations such as auditory hallucinations and paranoid delusions. Serotonin and norepinephrine are associated with mood disorders. Acetylcholine plays a role in learning and memory and is associated with Alzheimer disease.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4
Explanation: Neurotransmitters consistently have either an excitatory or inhibitory effect on the postsynaptic neuron. Each neurotransmitter functions in a unique manner. There are three classes of neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters and receptors vary in their affinity for each other, depending on the neurotransmitter involved.