Which of the Following Best Describes the Actions of Typical

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Multiple Choice

 Which of the following best describes the actions of typical and atypical antipsychotic medications?

• A) Both types of medication act as dopamine agonists.
• B) Both types of medication act as dopamine antagonists.
• C) Typical antipsychotics act as dopamine antagonists, but atypical antipsychotics act as dopamine agonists.
• D) Typical antipsychotics act as dopamine antagonists, and atypical antipsychotics act on other neurotransmitters in addition to dopamine.

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Definitions:

Strontonium

A chemical element with the symbol Sr, known for its use in fireworks and as a component in certain alloys.

Oxide Ion

An ion consisting of oxygen and carrying a negative two charge, represented as O^2-.

Helium Ion

A positively charged helium atom, often resulting from the removal of one electron from the neutral atom.

Bromide Ion

The bromide ion is a negatively charged ion (Br-) that is formed when a bromine atom gains an electron.