Mental Health Course Final and Medication Review

Vocabulary flashcards covering psychiatric medications, clinical diagnoses, and care considerations for the Mental Health Final.

sertraline (Zoloft)

A Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medication.

duloxetine (Cymbalta)

A Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant medication.

venlafaxine (Effexor)

A Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant medication.

chlordiazepoxide (Librium)

An anxiolytic medication used in mental health and for managing alcohol withdrawal concerns.

buspirone (Buspar)

An anxiolytic medication used in psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Antabuse (disulfiram)

A medication used during recovery from Alcohol Use Disorder.

naloxone (Narcan)

A medication indicated for opioid abuse and withdrawal concerns.

Methadone

A medication used in the management of Heroin and opioid abuse.

Haldol, Geodon, Zyprexa

Psychiatric medications listed for review regarding side effects, safety concerns, and patient teaching.

Alzheimer's Disease

A neurocognitive disorder requiring clinical assessment of communication, safety, and nutrition.

Schizophrenia

A psychiatric disorder presenting with positive (psychotic) or negative symptoms, requiring specific intervention strategies to handle hallucinations.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

A disorder characterized by ritual behaviors that nursing care plans must specifically address.

Phobias

Anxiety disorders managed using desensitization techniques.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, weight concerns, suicidal concerns, and treated with healthy eating teaching as well as individual and family therapy.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder involving laxative and diuretic use and self-esteem concerns, treated with individual and family therapy.

Alcohol Use Disorder

A disorder presenting withdrawal concerns such as seizures, BP changes, and electrolyte/nutritional issues; evaluated via CIWA and managed with Librium, benzodiazepines, and Antabuse (disulfiram).

PTSD (Trauma & Stress Related Disorders)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, requiring patient teaching and intervention focused on coping skills.

CIWA

A clinical assessment protocol used to monitor and manage alcohol withdrawal.

JACO Standards

Regulatory standards defining strict rules and guidelines for when restraints are allowed for patients.