LSP Psychopharmacology & Medication Management

Question 1

Which class of antidepressants works primarily by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin into presynaptic neurons?

Accepted Answer

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Answer

Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)

Answer

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

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Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRIs)

Question 2

Which mood stabilizer requires regular serum level monitoring due to its narrow therapeutic window?

Accepted Answer

Lithium

Answer

Valproate

Answer

Lamotrigine

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Carbamazepine

Question 3

A client taking an MAOI should avoid which dietary component to prevent hypertensive crisis?

Accepted Answer

Tyramine

Answer

Gluten

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Caffeine

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Tryptophan

Question 4

What is the primary mechanism of action of benzodiazepines?

Accepted Answer

Enhancing the effect of GABA at the GABA-A receptor

Answer

Blocking dopamine D2 receptors

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Inhibiting reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine

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Blocking histamine H1 receptors

Question 5

Which atypical antipsychotic is associated with the highest risk of agranulocytosis and requires enrollment in a mandatory monitoring program?

Accepted Answer

Clozapine

Answer

Risperidone

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Olanzapine

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Quetiapine

Question 6

Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) such as akathisia, dystonia, and parkinsonism are most commonly associated with which class of medications?

Accepted Answer

First-generation (typical) antipsychotics

Answer

SSRIs

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Benzodiazepines

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Mood stabilizers

Question 7

When collaborating with prescribers regarding a client's medication management, the psychologist's primary role is to:

Accepted Answer

Provide behavioral observations and treatment response information

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Recommend specific medications and dosages

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Prescribe medications after completing a pharmacology course

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Independently monitor blood serum medication levels