CPRP Medication Management & Psychopharmacology Flashcards
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Long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics are MOST beneficial for clients who:
Answer: Have difficulty with consistent daily oral medication adherence
Long-acting injectable antipsychotics are particularly beneficial for individuals who struggle with consistent daily oral medication adherence, providing sustained medication delivery.
A client asks their CPRP practitioner what SSRIs are used for. The practitioner correctly explains that SSRIs are primarily used to treat:
Answer: Depression and anxiety disorders
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the most commonly prescribed antidepressants, primarily used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.
Metabolic syndrome is a significant health concern for clients taking atypical antipsychotics because these medications can cause:
Answer: Weight gain, elevated blood glucose, and abnormal lipid levels
Many atypical antipsychotics are associated with metabolic side effects including weight gain, hyperglycemia, and dyslipidemia, increasing risk for metabolic syndrome.
When supporting medication adherence, a CPRP practitioner should FIRST:
Answer: Explore the client's own beliefs and experiences with the medication
Person-centered adherence support begins with understanding the client's perspective—their beliefs, experiences, concerns, and goals related to medication.
A client on antipsychotic medication reports muscle stiffness and restlessness. The CPRP practitioner should:
Answer: Document the symptoms and alert the prescriber to possible extrapyramidal side effects
Muscle stiffness and restlessness may indicate extrapyramidal side effects (EPS), which should be documented and promptly communicated to the prescribing clinician.
Which of the following BEST describes polypharmacy as it relates to psychiatric rehabilitation clients?
Answer: The concurrent use of multiple medications, which can increase side effect burden
Polypharmacy refers to using multiple medications concurrently, which is common in psychiatric populations and can increase the risk of drug interactions and side effects.