Psychiatric Technician Pharmacology Board
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,1. The psychiatrist prescribes C. Avoiding alcoholic beverages.
alprazolam (Xanax), a
benzodiazepine, for acute anxiety Rationale: When prescribing alprazolam
experienced by a client with (Xanax), a benzodiazepine, for acute anxiety in
agoraphobia. Health teaching a client with agoraphobia, it is important to
should include instructions about: instruct the client to avoid alcoholic
A. A tyramine- free diet. beverages. Benzodiazepines like alprazolam
B. Adjusting dose and frequency can enhance the sedative effects of alcohol,
of ingestion based on level of leading to increased drowsiness, dizziness, and
anxiety. impaired coordination. Combining
C. Avoiding alcoholic beverages. benzodiazepines with alcohol can also result in
D. Reporting dry mouth. severe central nervous system depression,
respiratory depression, and even overdose.
Therefore, it is essential to educate the client
about the potential dangers of consuming
alcohol while taking alprazolam.
,2. How often and what dosage is B: 0.25-0.5 mg t.i.d.
alprazolam (Xanax) given to
clients? The rationale for this dosage is as follows:
A. 0.25-1.0 mg. b.i.d.
B. 0.25-0.5 mg. t.i.d. Individualized treatment: The dosage of
C. 0.5-1.0 mg. t.i.d. alprazolam can vary depending on factors
D. 0.5-1.0 mg. q.i.d. such as the severity of the anxiety disorder, the
patient's response to the medication, and their
medical history. It is essential for healthcare
providers to tailor the dosage to the specific
needs of each patient.
Gradual titration: Starting with a lower dosage,
such as 0.25-0.5 mg, allows for a cautious
approach to treatment. It helps to minimize the
risk of side effects and allows the healthcare
provider to assess the patient's response
before potentially adjusting the dosage.
, Therapeutic effect: Alprazolam is a
benzodiazepine medication that acts as an
anxiolytic and can provide relief from anxiety
symptoms. The dosage range of 0.25-0.5 mg
has been found effective for many individuals
in managing anxiety disorders, providing the
desired therapeutic effect.
Exam Review – Practice Questions & Answers.
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Terms in this set (62)
,1. The psychiatrist prescribes C. Avoiding alcoholic beverages.
alprazolam (Xanax), a
benzodiazepine, for acute anxiety Rationale: When prescribing alprazolam
experienced by a client with (Xanax), a benzodiazepine, for acute anxiety in
agoraphobia. Health teaching a client with agoraphobia, it is important to
should include instructions about: instruct the client to avoid alcoholic
A. A tyramine- free diet. beverages. Benzodiazepines like alprazolam
B. Adjusting dose and frequency can enhance the sedative effects of alcohol,
of ingestion based on level of leading to increased drowsiness, dizziness, and
anxiety. impaired coordination. Combining
C. Avoiding alcoholic beverages. benzodiazepines with alcohol can also result in
D. Reporting dry mouth. severe central nervous system depression,
respiratory depression, and even overdose.
Therefore, it is essential to educate the client
about the potential dangers of consuming
alcohol while taking alprazolam.
,2. How often and what dosage is B: 0.25-0.5 mg t.i.d.
alprazolam (Xanax) given to
clients? The rationale for this dosage is as follows:
A. 0.25-1.0 mg. b.i.d.
B. 0.25-0.5 mg. t.i.d. Individualized treatment: The dosage of
C. 0.5-1.0 mg. t.i.d. alprazolam can vary depending on factors
D. 0.5-1.0 mg. q.i.d. such as the severity of the anxiety disorder, the
patient's response to the medication, and their
medical history. It is essential for healthcare
providers to tailor the dosage to the specific
needs of each patient.
Gradual titration: Starting with a lower dosage,
such as 0.25-0.5 mg, allows for a cautious
approach to treatment. It helps to minimize the
risk of side effects and allows the healthcare
provider to assess the patient's response
before potentially adjusting the dosage.
, Therapeutic effect: Alprazolam is a
benzodiazepine medication that acts as an
anxiolytic and can provide relief from anxiety
symptoms. The dosage range of 0.25-0.5 mg
has been found effective for many individuals
in managing anxiety disorders, providing the
desired therapeutic effect.
