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Final Exam: NR507 / NR 507 (Latest
2025 / 2026) Advanced Pathophysiology | Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
A strong social network has been proven to lead to a better outcome for individuals with MDD.
Answer:
true
Question:
Amitriptyline (Elavil) is an alpha-agonist that increases synaptic concentration of serotonin and/or norepinephrine.
Answer:
false (Amitriptyline is a tricyclic anti-depressant)
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Question:
Which of the following symptoms would prompt the NP to refer the patient to a psychiatrist?
Answer:
Psychotic symptoms.Suicide ideation.Patient's request.
Question:
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) block the reabsorption or inhibits the reuptake of serotonin that allows for more of it in the synaptic cleft.
Answer:
true
Question:
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs) drugs increase levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain by promoting their reuptake by nerves.
Answer:
false (SNRIs block or delay serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain)
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Question:
A mood disorder is a mental illness that causes the individual to have dramatic shifts in emotions, mood and energy levels.
Answer:
true
Question:
Individuals with family members who have bipolar disorder are ten times more likely to also have it.
Answer:
true
Question:
Which of the following can trigger a bipolar mood disorder?
Answer:
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors. (SSRIs) Stimulant drugs.Changes in circadian rhythm.Life stressors.
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Question:
Unipolar depression is characterized by extreme anxiety and hallucinations.
Answer:
false (same symptoms as MDD)
Question:
During a manic phase, the individual will experience a low self-esteem.
Answer:
false (high self-esteem)
Question:
Bipolar 1
Answer:
More severe
One or more manic or mixed episodes leading to:
Serious problems Hospitalization Psychotic features
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