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What is the first-generation Chlorpromazine
antipsychotic commonly known as
Thorazine?
What are the primary symptoms of Positive symptoms
schizophrenia that first-generation
antipsychotics target?
What is the mechanism of action for They block receptors for norepinephrine,
first-generation antipsychotics? acetylcholine, dopamine, and histamine.
What are extrapyramidal effects Adverse reactions to antipsychotics that affect
(EPS)? movement, including acute dystonia, tardive
dyskinesia, akathisia, and drug-induced
parkinsonism.
What is acute dystonia and how is it A severe muscle spasm that requires immediate
treated? intervention, typically treated with anticholinergics
like diphenhydramine.
What is tardive dyskinesia? A condition characterized by writhing movements,
often requiring discontinuation of the medication.
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Terms in this set (24)
What is the first-generation Chlorpromazine
antipsychotic commonly known as
Thorazine?
What are the primary symptoms of Positive symptoms
schizophrenia that first-generation
antipsychotics target?
What is the mechanism of action for They block receptors for norepinephrine,
first-generation antipsychotics? acetylcholine, dopamine, and histamine.
What are extrapyramidal effects Adverse reactions to antipsychotics that affect
(EPS)? movement, including acute dystonia, tardive
dyskinesia, akathisia, and drug-induced
parkinsonism.
What is acute dystonia and how is it A severe muscle spasm that requires immediate
treated? intervention, typically treated with anticholinergics
like diphenhydramine.
What is tardive dyskinesia? A condition characterized by writhing movements,
often requiring discontinuation of the medication.
