Week 5 Final Exam: NR546 / NR-546
(Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Advanced Pharmacology Psychopharmacology for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Review Questions and Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
What is the indication for Citalopram (Celexa)?
Answer:
Depression
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of Citalopram (Celexa)?
Answer:
SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor); Boosts neurotransmitter serotonin.
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What is the starting dose of Citalopram (Celexa)?
Answer:
20mg/day
Question:
What are some adverse effects of Citalopram (Celexa)?
Answer:
Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, sexual dysfunction, activation, insomnia,
agitation, tremors, headache, dizziness, sweating, bruising, SIADH. Rare:
bleeding, hyponatremia.
Question:
What are some pearls about Citalopram (Celexa)?
Answer:
Mild antihistamine properties that may contribute to sedation and fatigue.
Question:
What are the indications for Escitalopram (Lexapro)?
Answer:
MDD (ages 12+), GAD
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Question:
What is the mechanism of action of Escitalopram (Lexapro)?
Answer:
SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor); Boosts neurotransmitter serotonin
Question:
What is the starting dose of Escitalopram (Lexapro)?
Answer:
10 mg/day
Question:
What are some adverse effects of Escitalopram (Lexapro)?
Answer:
Sexual dysfunction, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, insomnia, sedation,
agitation, tremors, headache, dizziness, sweating, bruising, SIADH. Rare:
bleeding, hyponatremia
Question:
What is a notable pearl about Escitalopram (Lexapro)?
Answer:
May be among the best-tolerated antidepressants 3 / 4
Question:
What are the indications for Fluoxetine (Prozac)?
Answer:
-MDD (ages 8+), -OCD (ages 7+), -Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, -Bulimia nervosa, -Panic disorder, -Bipolar depression, -Treatment-resistant depression (in combination with olanzapine)
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of Fluoxetine (Prozac)?
Answer:
SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor); Boosts neurotransmitter serotonin
Question:
Are there any specific tests required for healthy individuals before taking Fluoxetine (Prozac)?
Answer:
None for healthy individuals
Question:
What is the starting dose of Fluoxetine (Prozac)?
Answer:
20 mg/day in the morning (AM)
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