Which of the following is NOT an example of atypical antipsychotic drugs?
A) clozapine (Clozaril®)
B) lithium (Eskalith®)
C) quetiapine (Zyprexa®)
D) ziprasidone (Geodon®)
B) lithium (Eskalith®)
The drug called lithium (Eskalith®) is not one of the atypical antipsychotic drugs. It is a typical antipsychotic drug, and administered orally. It can control symptoms in the manic and depressive phases of psychotic disorders, and is also used to treat bipolar disorder.
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A) "Do you have a plan?" B) "Do you take medications?" C) "Are there guns in the house?" D) "Do you want to go to the hospital?"
Which of the following is the major cause of serious trauma suffered by pediatric patients?
a. bicycle falls b. birth injuries c. electrical burns d. motor vehicle accidents
Which is NOT one of the pharmacokinetic processes that may occur to maintain the peak effect of a drug?
a. absorption b. distribution c. liberation d. metabolism
The ____________________ Act was passed in 1966 to regulate transport, sale, and handling of dogs and cats, nonhuman primates, guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits intended to be used in research or "for other purposes."
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word