NUR 2474 Pharmacology for Professional Nursing
Pharm Exam 1 Study Guide
What Is EPS?
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extrapyramidal symptoms
What does EPS consist of?
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Dystonia (continuous muscle spasms), Akathisia (restlessness), Rigidity, Tardive dyskinesia (jerky movements)
What causes EPS?
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When dopamine receptors are blocked, ACh increases. (Drug induced)
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What medication can be used to treat early EPS?
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Benadryl
What medications are used to treat EPS?
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Anticholinergic/ Antihistaminergic
What is Tardive dyskinesia (TD)
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a motor disorder that results from chronic use of certain antipsychotic drugs (neuroleptics) by stopping the reception/production of dopamine.
What are examples of tardive dyskinesia (TD)
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Blinking rapidly, Chewing motions, Grimacing, Smacking lips, Sticking tongue out.
What is Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)?
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Rigidity, high fever, BP fluctuations, high HR, AMS, seizures, potential RF or coma.(Medical Emergency!)
What is the antidote for neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
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Diazepam or Dantrolene
What actions should you take to stop neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
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STOP Antipsychotics, Use cooling blankets, increase fluids, give antidote.
What causes neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
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An adverse reaction to antipsychotic medications
Suffix's for Antipsychotic meds
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-APINE, -DONE, -ZINE
What is lithium used for?
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