NSG 552 - Psychopharmacology
Exam 3
Question:
Signs vary with blood levels, from decreased reaction time, muscle incoordination, ataxia, dysarthria, to respiratory failure and coma.
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alcohol intoxication
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Levels of alcohol intoxication that require no formal treatment.
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mild to moderate
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Treatment includes cardiopulmonary function maintenance, thiamine, and haloperidol PRN agitation.
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severe alcohol intoxication 1 / 3
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Given IM/IV for 3 days to prevent Wernicke's encephalopathy, along with IV fluids and a banana bag.
Answer:
thiamine
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Class of drugs to avoid for acute alcohol intoxication.
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benzodiazepines
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Treatment includes BZD in either symptom triggered or fixed dose; diazepam and Chlordiazepoxide have a longer half-life, and oxazepam and lorazepam are suitable for patients with hepatic dysfunction.
Answer:
uncomplicated alcohol withdrawal
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BZDs with a long half-life used to treat AUD.
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diazepam and Chlordiazepoxide 2 / 3
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BZDs with moderate half-life used in AUD patients with liver disease.
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oxazepam and lorazepam
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Treatment includes diazepam IV or lorazepam IV/IM, thiamine IV/IM, and addressing electrolyte imbalances.
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alcohol withdrawal seizures
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Treatment includes acute care management, parenteral diazepam or lorazepam, thiamine, and antipsychotics if necessary.
Answer:
DT
Question:
MOA is via negative reinforcement, where drinking is avoided due to unpleasant effects.
Answer:
disulfiram
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