Primarily Because of Their Low Toxicity and Absence of Anticholinergic

question 22

Multiple Choice

Primarily because of their low toxicity and absence of anticholinergic side-effects, ______________ are presently the recommended class of drugs for the treatment of depression in the elderly.

• A)tricyclic antidepressants
• B)monoamine oxidase inhibitors
• C)selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
• D)psychostimulants

Explain the role and function of neurotransmitters in mental health.

Understand the therapeutic actions of different classes of psychotropic drugs on mental health conditions.

Assess and monitor for symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in patients on long-term antipsychotic therapy.

Explain the importance of medication adherence and monitoring in patients with mental health disorders.

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Definitions:

Promotes

Encourages or advances the growth, development, or progress of something.

Organophosphate

A class of chemicals, often used as insecticides, that can be toxic to the nervous system by inhibiting essential enzymes.

Insecticide

Chemical substances used to kill insects, playing a critical role in pest control and the prevention of vector-borne diseases.