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| what are CNS stimulants used to treat? |
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| ADHD,drug induced resp. depression, post anesthesia resp. depression, narcolepsy, sleep apnea, exgenous obesity, fatigue |
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| CNS stimulants are contraindicated in? |
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COPD,convulsive disorders,cardiac problems,severe HTN,hyperthyroidism
-not used to treat depression |
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| What meds are not taken within 14 days of an antidepressant? |
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| what meds are contraindicated in glaucoma? |
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| stimulate the respiratory center of the brain & the cardiovascular system |
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^ the depth of respirations by stimulating special receptors located in the carotid artery & upper aorta.
-stimulation of these receptors results in an ^ in the depth of respirations |
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| feelings of apprehension, woory, or uneasiness that may or may not be based on reality. |
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| drugs used to treat anxiety are called? |
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| long term use of these drugs can result in physical or psychological dependence |
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Definition
| Benzodiazepines: Xanax,Librium,Valium,Ativan,Kolonopin |
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| What are the actions of antianxiety drugs? |
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Definition
| tranquilizing effect by blocking certain neurotransmitter receptor sites therefore preventing neurotransmission of the anxious perception & body's physical reaction to the anxiety |
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| uses of antianxiety drugs? |
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Definition
management of anxiety disorders
-panic attacks,pre-anesthetic sedation,muscle relaxation,convulsions/seizures,alcohol withdrawl |
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| symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawl? |
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Definition
| ^ anxiety, concentration difficulties,tremor & sensory disturbances |
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| what is the antidote for benzodiazepine toxicity? |
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| what are sedative & hypnotics used for? |
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| induce sleep of drowsiness, given at night; allows person to fall asleep & stay asleep |
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| produce relaxing,calming effect, given during the day, usualy does not produce sleep |
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| have less affect on the respiratory system, & are not as addictive as barbiturates? |
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| have no analgesic action so do not give to treat pain |
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