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. what should happen after an individual is started on a new psychotropic medication?

the dose should be increased until the maximum daily dose is achieved
nonpharmacological interventions should be continued as part of the care plan
a dose reduction should occur within 30 days of the start of the medication.
staff should stop documenting the signs and symptoms that led to medication use

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. mr. sanchez is admitted to your facility on an antianxiety medication. under f605, within the first year, your facility must attempt a dose reduction how often?

every quarter
annually
in two separate quarters with at least 1 month between attempts
every 6 months with at least 1 month between attempts

1. jack has dementia and becomes combative with staff every time they try to assist him with his shower. they are requesting that he be started on an

Explanation:

1. Anti - anxiety medications like benzodiazepines are commonly used for panic disorders, can cause physical dependence, and need gradual tapering. Hypnotics are for sleep, antipsychotics for psychosis, and mood stabilizers for mood disorders.
2. Nonpharmacological interventions should continue when starting a new psychotropic medication as part of a comprehensive care plan. Increasing dose to maximum right away is risky, early dose reduction isn't typical, and staff should document symptoms.
3. There are limitations on the use of PRN (as - needed) psychotropic medication orders to ensure proper and safe use. They are allowed but regulated.
4. Under F605, for a patient on anti - anxiety medication, within the first year, the facility must attempt a dose reduction in two separate quarters with at least 1 month between attempts.

Answer:

1. Anti - anxiety medication
2. Nonpharmacological interventions should be continued as part of the care plan
3. There are limitations on the use of PRN psychotropic medication use
4. In two separate quarters with at least 1 month between attempts