Deck 18: Psychotropic Drugs

Question 1

A patient experiencing hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, and grossly disorganized behavior may be diagnosed with:

A) dysthymia.
B) major depression.
C) alcoholism.
D) schizophrenia.

Answer 1

schizophrenia.

Question 2

Permanent changes in mood and behavior occur through:

A) Drug therapy.
B) Hydrotherapy.
C) Psychotherapy.
D) Physical therapy.

Answer 2

Psychotherapy.

Question 3

Ritalin and Adderall can be prescribed to treat:

A) Learning disability.
B) Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
C) Dysthymia.
D) Mania.

Answer 3

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Question 4

Which of the following terms describes a condition characterized by a minimal psychological, social, and occupational impairment that occurs in early childhood to early adulthood?

A) Dysthymia
B) Major depression
C) Psychosis
D) Schizophrenia

Question 5

Which of the following terms describes a state of psychologically induced immobilization, at times interrupted by episodes of extreme agitation?

A) Catatonia
B) Tardive dyskinesia
C) Dystonia
D) Akathisia

Question 6

Antabuse is given to treat which of the following conditions?

A) Cocaine addiction
B) Alcohol dependence
C) Intravenous drug abuse
D) CNS depressant abuse

Question 7

Alterations in the level of which neurotransmitter are associated with changes in behavior?

A) Dopamine
B) Serotonin
C) Acetylcholine
D) Tyrosine

Question 8

Which of the following terms is used to describe a drug that is given to calm anxious or agitated individuals?

A) Minor tranquilizer
B) Antimanic
C) Neuroleptic
D) MAOI

Question 9

Which of the following terms refers to a group of disorders manifested by difficulties in listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, or social skills?

A) Learning disability
B) Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
C) Dysthymia
D) Mania

Question 10

Which of the following terms describes a substantial psychological, social, and occupational disability in which the person experiences considerable suffering and a significant change in usual functioning?

A) Dysthymia
B) Major depression
C) Psychosis
D) Schizophrenia

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a category of drug prescribed for people with temporary emotional problems or anxiety?

A) Mild tranquilizers
B) Sedatives
C) Antidepressants
D) CNS stimulants

Question 12

Which of the following terms is used to describe a state of feeling apprehensive, uneasy, uncertain, or in fear of an unknown or recognized threat?

A) Mania
B) Dysthymia
C) Anxiety
D) ADHD

Question 13

Which of the following terms describes impairment of the special senses by which the individual perceives in response to his or her own inner simulation, that can include beliefs, delusions, feelings, unfilled wishes, and needs?

A) Hallucination
B) Anxiety
C) Tardive dyskinesia
D) Catatonia

Question 14

Which of the following neurotransmitters/neurohormones does NOT play a role in mental health?

A) Dopamine
B) Serotonin
C) Histamine
D) Epinephrine

Question 15

Which of the following terms describes false beliefs that are resistant to reasoning?

A) Hallucinations
B) Delusions
C) Dogma
D) Fervor

Question 16

Which of the following antidepressants has dangerous side effects when mixed with certain drugs and certain foods?

A) Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
B) Tricyclic antidepressant
C) Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
D) Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor

Question 17

Which of the following terms describes an impaired ability to recognize reality, a demonstration of bizarre behaviors, and an inability to deal with life's demands?

A) Dysthymia
B) Major depression
C) Psychosis
D) Catatonia

Question 18

Adderall has a high potential for ___________; if prescribed for long periods, a drug dependency may occur.

A) side effects
B) abuse
C) idiosyncrasy
D) tolerance

Question 19

Which of the following neurotransmitters/neurohormones affect sleep, arousal, and memory?

A) Dopamine and norepinephrine
B) Acetylcholine and tyrosine
C) Serotonin and amino acids
D) Prostaglandin and histamines

Question 20

Which of the following terms describes developmentally inappropriate degrees of inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity?

A) Learning disability
B) Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
C) Dysthymia
D) Mania

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a way to make sedatives more effective?

A) Reduce the noise level in the patient's room.
B) Allow patients to leave sedatives at the bedside and take as needed.
C) Listen to the patient's concerns and fears.
D) Relax the patient by giving a warm bath or back rub.

Question 22

Which of the following terms describes a group of drugs used to treat serious mental illnesses, such as being out of touch with reality; they produce a state of tranquility and work on abnormally functioning nerves?

A) Neuroleptics
B) Antimanics
C) Benzodiazepines
D) Barbiturates

Question 23

Which of the following terms indicates that a medication will be administered by wafer?

A) Prozac
B) Elavil
C) Zyprexa Zydis
D) Dalmane

Question 24

Which of the following is a psychotic disorder in which antipsychotics are beneficial?

A) Major depression
B) Bipolar disorder
C) Schizophrenia
D) Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

Question 25

Which of the following terms describes muscle spasms of the face, tongue, neck, or back?

A) Dystonia
B) Akathisia
C) Tardive dyskinesia
D) Anxiety

Question 26

Which of the following terms is used to describe a drug that does not exert a general central nervous system depressant effect, but acts as a muscle relaxant, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, and hypnotic?

A) Antipsychotic
B) Benzodiazepine
C) Major tranquilizer
D) Neuroleptic

Question 27

Drugs such as the narcotics and barbiturates that depress the whole CNS tend to cause __________________when an overdose is given or taken.

A) hypotension
B) bradycardia
C) respiratory depression
D) sedation

Question 28

People with schizophrenia may benefit from which of the following types of drugs?

A) Antipsychotics
B) Antimanics
C) Antianxiety
D) Antidepressants

Question 29

Which of the following terms describes a potentially irreversible neurological side effect of antipsychotic drugs in which there are involuntary repetitious movements of the face, limbs, and trunk?

A) Dystonia
B) Akathisia
C) Tardive dyskinesia
D) Anxiety

Question 30

Which of the following potentiates the effects of antipsychotics and could lead to a fatal outcome?

A) Alcohol
B) Antihypertensives
C) Antiasthmatics
D) Cheese

Question 31

Alcoholism could be treated with which of the following medications?

A) Antabuse
B) Dexedrine
C) Strattera
D) Wellbutrin

Question 32

Which of the following terms describes a condition characterized by motor restlessness, and an inability to sit or stand still, during which the individual feels the need to pace, rock, or tap a foot?

A) Dystonia
B) Akathisia
C) Tardive dyskinesia
D) Anxiety

Question 33

Which of the following is the drug of choice for manic-depressive disorder?

A) Adderall (dextroamphetamine mixed salts)
B) Eskalith (lithium carbonate)
C) Xanax (alprazolam)
D) Antabuse (disulfiram)

Question 34

Fine hand tremors, polyuria, thirst, transient and mild nausea, and general discomfort are side effects of:

A) Major tranquilizers.
B) Lithium toxicity.
C) Adderall.
D) Benzodiazepines.

Question 35

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are which classification of drugs?

A) Neuroleptics
B) Benzodiazepines
C) Anxiolytics
D) Antidepressants

Question 36

Lexapro, Celexa, Paxil, and Zoloft are examples of which of the following types of drugs?

A) Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
B) Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
C) Tricyclic antidepressants
D) Anxiolytics

Question 37

Which of the following medications is the first injectable drug used to treat alcohol dependence?

A) Antabuse
B) Vivitrol
C) Dexedrine
D) Prozac

Question 38

Which of the following drugs is used in the treatment of mood disorders or bipolar disorders?

A) Major tranquilizers
B) Antimanics
C) Barbiturates
D) Anxiolytics

Question 39

Which of the following drugs are NOT commonly abused?

A) Hallucinogens
B) Narcotics
C) Stimulants
D) Antimanics

Question 40

Which of the following terms is used to describe a drug that calms without producing sleep?

A) SSRI
B) Sedative
C) Hypnotic
D) Neuroleptic

Question 41

Alterations in the level of serotonin are associated with changes in ______________.

Question 42

Mild tranquilizers, sedatives, and antidepressants are prescribed for people with temporary ______________ problems or _____________.

Question 43

A state of psychologically induced immobilization, at times interrupted by episodes of extreme agitation, is referred to as ________________ behavior.

Question 44

The healthcare worker should stay with patients until they _________ their medications to prevent them from spitting them out when not being observed.

Question 45

Incorrect beliefs that are resistant to reasoning are ______________.

Question 46

_________ is characterized by a minimal psychological, social, and occupational impairment.

Question 47

Adderall and Ritalin are prescribed for the treatment of _________________________.

Question 48

Developmentally inappropriate degrees of inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity are referred to as ______________________________.

Question 49

Patients with major depression may have recurrent thoughts of ___________.

Question 50

Xanax, Librium, and Valium are examples of which type of medication?

A) Benzodiazepines
B) Neuroleptics
C) Antidepressants
D) Antipsychotics

Question 51

________ __________ is a substantial psychological, social, and occupational disability in which the patient experiences considerable suffering and a significant change in usual functioning.

Question 52

Although drugs exert changes in mood and behavior, the changes are only temporary; it is through _________________ that permanent changes in mood and behavior occur.

Question 53

A disorder of perception involving one of the five senses is a(n) _________________.

Question 54

_____________ is an impaired ability to recognize reality, a demonstration of bizarre behaviors, and an inability to deal with life's demands.

Question 55

Antabuse is used to prevent ingestion of alcohol in chronic alcoholics and produces a severe ______________________ to alcohol.

Question 56

A dangerous side effect of monoamine oxidase inhibitors that can occur when they are mixed with certain drugs and certain foods is ___________________.

Question 57

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors may have dangerous side effects when mixed with certain ____________ and certain ____________.

Question 58

There is strong evidence that dopamine, serotonin, and histamines play an important role in maintaining __________________.

Question 59

____________________ is a mental illness in which psychosis is the classic feature. In addition to hallucinations and delusions, disorganized speech and grossly disorganized catatonic behavior may be present.

Question 60

Norepinephrine and dopamine have both inhibitory and excitatory effects on functions such as __________, ____________, and ____________.

Question 61

Patients who take tranquilizers must not drink alcoholic beverages because alcohol potentiates these drugs, and the results could be ____________.

Question 62

Patients should be educated to avoid alcohol, OTC drugs, and restricted foods while on _______________.

Question 63

Antianxiety drugs, also called ________________, are minor tranquilizers.

Question 64

Antipsychotics are also known as _____________, or major tranquilizers.

Question 65

Sedatives and hypnotics are central nervous system __________________.

Question 66

A state of feeling apprehensive, uneasy, uncertain, or in fear of an unknown or recognized threat is called _____________.

Question 67

Antimanic drugs are used in the treatment of mood disorders or bipolar disorders such as __________.

Question 68

Prevention of tardive dyskinesia is essential because this is a(n) _______________ side effect.

Question 69

Muscle spasms of the face, tongue, neck, or back that are associated with large doses of antipsychotic drugs are termed ________________.

Question 70

Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder in which ___________________ are beneficial.

Question 71

______________ produce a calming effect and decrease nervousness and excitability.

Question 72

__________________ is characterized by motor restlessness, and an inability to sit or stand still, during which the individual feels the need to pace, rock, or tap a foot.

Question 73

Patients on antidepressants should be watched for serious side effects, especially changes in ________________.

Question 74

Because lithium is a(n) ____________ drug, lithium blood levels are monitored one or two times a week during initial therapy and monthly, thereafter.

Question 75

A potentially irreversible neurological side effect of antipsychotic drugs in which there are involuntary repetitious movements of the face, limbs, and trunk is termed ________________________.

Question 76

Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, and Celexa are examples of __________________________.

Question 77

Zyprexa Zydis is a freeze-dried _______________ that dissolves almost instantly on contact with saliva.

Question 78

The major difference between a sedative and a hypnotic is the __________ of central nervous system depression.

Question 79

Hypnotics are used to produce _____________.

Question 80

The most common bipolar disorder is ____________________.