MSN 672 Psychopathopharmacology Final Exam at Nothern Kentucky University

These medications are a highly selective agonist of the Alpha 2a adrenergic receptor, that are utilized for treatment of symptoms associated with ADHD. Select the medications that apply to this description (Select all that apply).

A 44-year-old male with schizophrenia has been taking an antipsychotic medication since initial diagnosis twelve years ago. He has recently begun experiencing difficulty with smooth movement of his arms as well as involuntary facial grimaces. Which of the following likely underlies these symptoms?

A patient with a history of opioid use disorder is requesting a prescription for buprenorphine, instead of the combination formulation with buprenorphine and naloxone. You analyze the patient's request, because as a PMHNP, you are aware that the combination formulation of buprenorphine and naloxone... (Select the best answer):

The nurse practitioner is providing education for a 15-year-old male patient and his guardian. The patient has been diagnosed with Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) and prescribed valproate. The nurse practitioner informs the patient and guardian to immediately report which symptom if it occurs? (Select all that apply)

Hypnotics with moderate half-lives (15-30 hours) may not wear off until after the individual wakes up. What are the potential residual effects? (Select all that apply).

This is a Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI) that can be used to treat ADHD. Select the medication that applies to this description.

The majority of atypical antipsychotics (Select all that apply)

In the general population, which factor is the most common cause of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

Which of these medications block serotonin 2A and 2C receptors as well as serotonin reuptake; classified as a serotonin antagonist/reuptake inhibitor (SARI); and known for its hypnotic effects with low effectiveness for antidepressant action?