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Psychotropic Medication Quiz Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse can anticipate anticholinergic side effects will be likely when a patient is taking:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: fluphenazine (Prolixin). Fluphenazine is a typical antipsychotic medication that exerts its effects by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. This action leads to an increase in dopamine levels, which can cause anticholinergic side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, and urinary retention. The other choices, lithium (A), buspirone (B), and risperidone (C), do not typically exhibit significant anticholinergic side effects. Lithium is used to treat bipolar disorder, buspirone is an anxiolytic medication, and risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic that has a lower risk of causing anticholinergic effects compared to typical antipsychotics like fluphenazine.
Question 2 of 5
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical treatment based on the belief that
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because acupuncture involves the insertion of needles to modulate the flow of energy along body meridians. This is based on the traditional Chinese medicine belief that the body has channels or meridians through which energy flows. By inserting needles at specific points, practitioners aim to correct imbalances in energy flow. Choice A is incorrect as acupuncture does not drain toxic energies. Choice B is incorrect as it mentions pressure on meridian points rather than needle insertion. Choice D is incorrect as it refers to a different concept, which is the principle of homeopathy, not acupuncture.
Question 3 of 5
A patient tells the nurse, "I prefer to treat my physical problems with herbs and vitamins.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because it acknowledges the patient's preference for natural remedies and emphasizes the empowerment and control aspect of using such treatments. This response validates the patient's choice and promotes a patient-centered approach to care. Choice A is incorrect because it makes a generalization about the safety of natural substances without addressing the patient's specific preference. Choice B is incorrect as it focuses solely on the safety aspect without considering the patient's desire for control. Choice D is incorrect as it discusses the marketing aspect of natural products, which is not relevant to addressing the patient's preference for herbs and vitamins.
Question 4 of 5
During an assessment interview, a patient diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease accompanied by frequent episodes of diarrhea says, "I’ve been using probiotics in small doses for about a week.” When the nurse assesses mental status, expected findings would be
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: intact cognitive function. When a patient with inflammatory bowel disease mentions using probiotics, it indicates self-care and awareness. Therefore, the expected finding for mental status would be intact cognitive function. Slow verbal responses (B) and slurred speech (D) are more indicative of neurological issues or medication effects. Paranoid thinking (C) is not directly related to the use of probiotics in this context.
Question 5 of 5
A patient recovering from a stroke has trouble with speech comprehension and works with a speech therapist twice a week. Which part of the patient's brain has been affected by the stroke?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: The Wernicke's area. The Wernicke's area, located in the temporal lobe, is responsible for language comprehension. A stroke affecting this area can lead to difficulty in understanding speech. The Broca's area (choice A) is responsible for speech production, not comprehension. The Basal ganglia (choice B) is involved in movement control, not language. The Limbic system (choice C) is related to emotions and memory, not language processing. Therefore, the correct answer is D as the patient's difficulty in speech comprehension indicates damage to the Wernicke's area.