Week 5 Final Exam: NR546 NR-546

Week 5 Final Exam: NR546 / NR-546

(Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Advanced Pharmacology Psychopharmacology for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Review Questions and Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain

Question:

What is the indication for Citalopram (Celexa)?

Answer:

Depression

Question:

What is the mechanism of action of Citalopram (Celexa)?

Answer:

SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor); Boosts neurotransmitter serotonin.

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Question:

What is the starting dose of Citalopram (Celexa)?

Answer:

20mg/day

Question:

What are some adverse effects of Citalopram (Celexa)?

Answer:

Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, sexual dysfunction, activation, insomnia,

agitation, tremors, headache, dizziness, sweating, bruising, SIADH. Rare:

bleeding, hyponatremia.

Question:

What are some pearls about Citalopram (Celexa)?

Answer:

Mild antihistamine properties that may contribute to sedation and fatigue.

Question:

What are the indications for Escitalopram (Lexapro)?

Answer:

MDD (ages 12+), GAD

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Question:

What is the mechanism of action of Escitalopram (Lexapro)?

Answer:

SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor); Boosts neurotransmitter serotonin

Question:

What is the starting dose of Escitalopram (Lexapro)?

Answer:

10 mg/day

Question:

What are some adverse effects of Escitalopram (Lexapro)?

Answer:

Sexual dysfunction, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, insomnia, sedation,

agitation, tremors, headache, dizziness, sweating, bruising, SIADH. Rare:

bleeding, hyponatremia

Question:

What is a notable pearl about Escitalopram (Lexapro)?

Answer:

May be among the best-tolerated antidepressants 3 / 4

Question:

What are the indications for Fluoxetine (Prozac)?

Answer:

-MDD (ages 8+), -OCD (ages 7+), -Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, -Bulimia nervosa, -Panic disorder, -Bipolar depression, -Treatment-resistant depression (in combination with olanzapine)

Question:

What is the mechanism of action of Fluoxetine (Prozac)?

Answer:

SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor); Boosts neurotransmitter serotonin

Question:

Are there any specific tests required for healthy individuals before taking Fluoxetine (Prozac)?

Answer:

None for healthy individuals

Question:

What is the starting dose of Fluoxetine (Prozac)?

Answer:

20 mg/day in the morning (AM)

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