Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

Question 1

What does SSRI stand for?

Answer 1

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor

Question 2

True or False: SSRIs primarily increase serotonin levels in the brain.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Name a common therapeutic use for SSRIs.

Answer 3

Treatment of depression

Question 4

What is the mechanism of action of SSRIs?

Answer 4

They inhibit the reuptake of serotonin in the brain.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: SSRIs are often prescribed for ________ disorders.

Answer 5

anxiety

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an SSRI: Fluoxetine, Sertraline, or Amitriptyline?

Answer 6

Amitriptyline

Question 7

What is the brand name for fluoxetine?

Answer 7

Prozac

Question 8

List two side effects of SSRIs.

Answer 8

Nausea and insomnia

Question 9

True or False: SSRIs can take several weeks to show therapeutic effects.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by SSRIs?

Answer 10

Serotonin

Question 11

Name another SSRI besides fluoxetine.

Answer 11

Sertraline

Question 12

Fill in the blank: SSRIs may help improve ________ in patients with depression.

Answer 12

mood

Question 13

What is the brand name for sertraline?

Answer 13

Zoloft

Question 14

True or False: SSRIs are only used for mood disorders.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What is a potential risk associated with discontinuing SSRIs abruptly?

Answer 15

Withdrawal symptoms

Question 16

List one contraindication for SSRIs.

Answer 16

Use with MAO inhibitors

Question 17

Which SSRI is often used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Answer 17

Fluoxetine

Question 18

Fill in the blank: SSRIs can also be effective in treating ________ disorders.

Answer 18

panic

Question 19

What is the generic name for the SSRI known as Lexapro?

Answer 19

Escitalopram

Question 20

True or False: SSRIs have a high potential for addiction.

Answer 20

False

Question 21

Name a side effect that may occur with SSRIs related to sexual function.

Answer 21

Decreased libido

Question 22

What is the brand name for citalopram?

Answer 22

Celexa

Question 23

Fill in the blank: SSRIs are often the first-line treatment for ________ disorders.

Answer 23

depressive

Question 24

True or False: All SSRIs have the same side effect profile.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

What is a common reason for switching from one SSRI to another?

Answer 25

Ineffectiveness or side effects

Question 26

List one advantage of using SSRIs over older antidepressants.

Answer 26

Fewer side effects

Question 27

SSRI antidepressants are the first-line treatment for two disorders, can you name them?

Answer 27

Panic disorders and trauma and Stressor-related disorders

Question 28

After five to six weeks of SSRI therapy, which later adverse effects can occur? Select All That Apply. A. Impotence B. Delayed or absent orgasm C. Weight gain D. Nausea E. Tremor F. Weight loss

Answer 28

A, B, C

Question 29

SSRIs have a long or short half life?

Answer 29

Long half life, up to four weeks before a therapeutic medication level can be reached.

Question 30

How many hours after starting Serotonin can Serotonin Syndrome begin? A. 1 hour B. 36 hours C. 48 hours D. 2 to 72 hours

Answer 30

D. 2–72 hours

Question 31

What does a person look like with Serotonin Syndrome? Select All That Apply A. Disorientation & hallucinations B. Tachycardia leading to CV Shock C. Poor concentration, & confusion & hostility D. Headache E. Fever & Labile B/P, Diaphoresis F. Coma leading to Apnea and death in severe cases

Answer 31

A, B, C, E, & F

Question 32

In persons over 65 taking diuretics and taking SSRIs what electrolyte condition can occur? A. Hypokalemia B. Hypocalcemia C. Hyponatremia

Answer 32

C. Hyponatremia