NURS 8024 (Neuropharmacology) EXAM 3 REVISION Questions and Answers A+ Graded and Verified.
What is unique about Fos phenytoin and what is the MOA:
Correct Answer -Prodrug; rapidly converted to phenytoin in the blood -
EXCELLENT choice for AED
Name Three Benzodiazepines for AED TX:
Correct Answer -Diazepam (Valium), Lorazepam (Ativan) and
Clonazepam (Kronospan)
What is the MOA for Benzos?
Correct Answer -Potentiates GABA Response - Suppresses spread of
seizure activity
ADE with Benzo - BIG ONE?
Correct Answer -Sedation, Addictive effect and CYP450 / Pregnancy D
Name a Barbiturate:
Correct Answer -Phenobarbital
When would an NP prescribe phenobarbital?
Correct Answer -When other AEDs have not worked or for NEONATAL
Szs