Question

1. which psychotropic medication is most often used for panic disorders, is associated with physical dependence, and requires gradual dose reductions to prevent withdrawal symptoms?

○ antianxiety medication
○ hypnotic medication
○ antipsychotic medication
○ mood stabilizer medication

1. which item is true about as needed, or prn, psychotropic medication orders?

○ prn psychotropic medication orders are not allowed
○ prn psychotropic medication orders are limited to 14 days in most occasions.
○ prn psychotropic medication orders are limited to 30 days in most occasions
○ there are limitations on the use of prn psychotropic medication use

1. in which situation may the use of a psychotropic medication be most appropriate?

○ the team attempted to implement one nonpharmacological intervention, but it was unsuccessful at alleviating an individual’s symptoms
○ an individual’s signs or symptoms are persistent and clinically significant even after nonpharmacological interventions have been tried
○ an individual has a history of anxiety but is currently not displaying any signs or symptoms that impact health, quality of life, or functional ability
○ an individual is demonstrating expressions or indications of distress that could be related to other causes rather than a mental health disorder

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Explanation:

Question 1

Antianxiety medications (like benzodiazepines) are commonly used for panic disorders, can lead to physical dependence, and need gradual dose reduction to avoid withdrawal. Hypnotic meds are for sleep, antipsychotics for psychosis, mood stabilizers for mood disorders (bipolar, etc.), so they don't fit the panic disorder and dependence profile here.

PRN psychotropic medication orders do have limitations (e.g., in duration, frequency, or use cases) to ensure safe and appropriate administration. They are allowed (so first option wrong), and typical limits aren't 14 or 30 days universally in most cases; the key is there are restrictions on their use.

Psychotropic meds are most appropriate when nonpharmacological interventions (like therapy, lifestyle changes) have been tried and the symptoms are persistent and clinically significant (impacting health, function, etc.). One nonpharmacological attempt isn't enough (first option), no current symptoms (third) or symptoms from other causes (fourth) don't warrant psychotropic meds.

Answer:

Antianxiety medication

Question 2