NURS 6630 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Kevin is an adolescent who has been diagnosed with
... [Show More] kleptomania. His parents are interested in seeking pharmacological treatment. What does the PMHNP tell the parents regarding his treatment options?
Selected Answer:
A.
"Naltrexone may be an appropriate option to discuss."
What is the strongest established risk factor for bipolar disorder? - *ANSWERFamily history
which of the following medications are known as selective serotonin re-uptake inibitors (SSRIs)? - *ANSWER-Nortriptyline
Citalopram Duloxetine fluoxetine venlafaxine
Which disease state o a non-adherent patient is at greater risk for substance use violence, and victimization as well as worse overall quality of life? - *ANSWERSchizophrenia
Patient is a 72 year old male with a past medical history significant for the atrial fibrillation and COPD with a new diagnosis of major depression disorder. Based on his comorbid conditions, what antidepressant would you recommend as first-line? - *ANSWER-not TCA due to fib and age, not ADHD med
which of the following is an appropriate strategy for managing treatment resistant depression - *ANSWER-SSRI and SNRI
which of the following medications is best to AVOID in maintenance treatment of bipolar disorder and why - *ANSWER-antidepressants might contribute to an increase in mood episode freq1uency
An 8-year-old patient presents with severe hyperactivity, described as "ants in his pants." Based on self-report from the patient, his parents, and his teacher; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is suspected. What medication is the PMNHP most likely to prescribe? - *ANSWER-ANS: b.
Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta)
Kevin is an adolescent who has been diagnosed with kleptomania. His parents are interested in seeking pharmacological treatment. What does the PMHNP tell the parents regarding his treatment options? - *ANSWER-ANS: d.
"Naltrexone may be an appropriate option to discuss."
Which of the following substances has the highest probability of becoming dependent after a single use? - *ANSWER-ANS: c.
Nicotine [Show Less]