LSP Psychopharmacology & Medication Management 2

Question 1

Which stimulant medication commonly prescribed for ADHD is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Methylphenidate (Ritalin)

Answer

Atomoxetine (Strattera)

Answer

Guanfacine (Intuniv)

Answer

Clonidine (Kapvay)

Question 2

Serotonin syndrome is a potentially life-threatening condition that most commonly occurs when:

Accepted Answer

Multiple serotonergic agents are combined

Answer

SSRIs are taken on an empty stomach

Answer

Antipsychotics are abruptly discontinued

Answer

Benzodiazepines are taken with alcohol

Question 3

Which of the following is a key consideration when managing psychotropic medications in elderly clients?

Accepted Answer

Aging alters drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion, often requiring dose reductions

Answer

Elderly clients typically require higher doses than younger adults

Answer

Medications affect elderly clients identically to younger adults

Answer

Elderly clients are less susceptible to adverse drug interactions

Question 4

Tardive dyskinesia, characterized by involuntary repetitive movements, is a long-term side effect associated with prolonged use of:

Accepted Answer

Antipsychotic medications

Answer

SSRIs

Answer

Benzodiazepines

Answer

Mood stabilizers

Question 5

In pharmacology, 'pharmacokinetics' refers to:

Accepted Answer

How the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes a drug

Answer

The psychological effects of medications on behavior and cognition

Answer

The therapeutic dose range within which a medication is effective

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The interaction between a medication and specific neurotransmitter receptors

Question 6

When a client on an atypical antipsychotic reports significant weight gain and elevated blood glucose, the psychologist should:

Accepted Answer

Consult with the prescribing physician about these metabolic side effects

Answer

Advise the client to discontinue the medication immediately

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Reassure the client that these effects are temporary and harmless

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Refer the client to a nutritionist without notifying the prescriber

Question 7

Which medication received FDA approval for treatment-resistant depression and works through NMDA glutamate receptor antagonism?

Accepted Answer

Esketamine (Spravato)

Answer

Lamotrigine (Lamictal)

Answer

Aripiprazole (Abilify)

Answer

Buspirone (Buspar)