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MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 1 Discussion

Antipsychotics

Discuss antipsychotic classes and their impact on the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia. Compare and contrast use of oral and injectable antipsychotics; which group would an oral be better than an injectable and vice versa.

MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 2 Discussion

Mood Stabilizers and Antidepressants

Discuss the following medications with use with Bipolar Disorder: antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and antidepressants.

What anticonvulsant are approved for the treatment of Bipolar disorder? What are the lab protocols should be used with anticonvulsants used in mood management?

Compare and contrast the different classes of antidepressants and their side effects.

Look up the Texas Medication Project for Depression. Discuss how this impacts your clinical determination guidelines.

MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 3 Discussion

Anxiety

Compare and contrast the medications used in the treatment of anxiety. What are the risks and benefits of each treatment?

Review prescribing guidelines for benzodiazepines in your state. Are there any limitations for APRN's to prescribe? How do the numbers of scripts written by APRN's compare to those of physicians?

MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 4 Discussion

Somatic Disorders

List the symptoms of  all Somatic Disorder and what medications you would use to treat.

MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 5 Discussion

ADD/ADHD

Give a synopsis of take away points for each chapter of your readings. Consider each type of ADHD and treatment modalities - stimulant, non-stimulant, antidepressant, and antipsychotic use.

MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 6 Discussion

Dementia and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Discuss and differentiate the pharmacological treatments used for dementia. Are their any contraindications?

Discuss pharmacological treatments used for Autism Spectrum Disorder. What are the target symptoms?

MSN672 Psychopathopharmacology 2

Module 7 Discussion

Disorders of Reward and Substance Use

Discuss treatment of disorders of reward and substance use disorders. What are the indications, side effects, and methods for monitoring.