Pregunta 1
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All of the following are true about Trazadone (Desyrel, Olpetro) (select all that apply):
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Blocks SERT
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5HT2A antagonism
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Is really a poor anti-depressant that is used off-label for insomnia
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Has a rare but serious side effect of priapism
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Requires a baseline CMP in all patients before initiating
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Is recommended by the AASM for sleep onset or maintenance insomnia
Pregunta 2
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Which Schedule IV medication is FDA approved for sleep onset and maintenance?
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Doxepin (Silenor, Sinequan)
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Suvorexant (Belsomra)
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Quetiapine (Seroquel)
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Trazadone (Desyrel, Olpetro)
Pregunta 3
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Suvorexant (Belsomra) is an Orexin 1 and 2 [blank_start]antagonist[blank_end] and is not recommended if a patient is on a strong [blank_start]CYP3A4[blank_end] [blank_start]inhibitor[blank_end] like nefazodone, suboxone, clarithromycin and certain HIV medications.
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antagonist
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agonist
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CYP3A4
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CYP2D6
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inhibitor
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inducer
Pregunta 4
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Which brand name of Doxepin is used for sleep?
Pregunta 5
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Doxepin (Silenor) is a selective and potent [blank_start]Histamine[blank_end] 1 antagonist, that is used for sleep [blank_start]maintenance[blank_end] insomnia, and is the only [blank_start]non-controlled[blank_end] prescribed for sleep maintenance insomnia.
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Histamine
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Orexin
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maintenance
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onset
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non-controlled
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controlled
Pregunta 6
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There is an increased risk for sedation with higher or lower doses of Doxepin (Silenor)?
Pregunta 7
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T or F. Weight gain is unusual for low dose Sinequan (Doxepin).
Pregunta 8
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The following are common and uncommon side effects for Doxepine (Silenor) (select all that apply):
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Sweating
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Fatigue
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Paralytic illeus
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EPS
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QTc prolongation
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Hair loss
Pregunta 9
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Which medication can increase doxepin concentrations?
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Depakote
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ASA
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Haldol
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Lisinipril
Pregunta 10
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[blank_start]Temazepam[blank_end] is also known as Restoril and is a [blank_start]benzodiazepine[blank_end] that is FDA approved for the [blank_start]short[blank_end]-term treatment of insomnia. It has a BBW of increased CNS depressant effects with [blank_start]opioids[blank_end].
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Temazepam
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Alprazolam
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benzodiazepine
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anti-convulsant
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short
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long
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opioids
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MAOi's
Pregunta 11
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T or F. Temazepam may be more effective for mid-nocturnal awakenings than sleep onset insomnia.
Pregunta 12
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Temazepam or Restoril should be dosed how soon before bedtime?
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1-2 hours
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3-4 hours
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5-7 hours
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30 minutes to an hour
Pregunta 13
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The following is correct about Temazepam (Restoril) (select all that apply):
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Can cause withdrawal symptoms when stopped suddenly
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Elderly patients need a lower dose
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Does not require any baseline labs in patients with co-morbid illness
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Can cause retrograde amnesia
Pregunta 14
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Which benzodiazepine used for sleep is more likely to cause anterograde amnesia, unusual behaviors and hallucinations.
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Temazepam (Restoril)
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Trialzolam (Halcion)
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Zolpidem (Ambien)
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Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Pregunta 15
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[blank_start]Triazolam[blank_end] or Halcion is FDA approved for short-term insomnia but can be used in [blank_start]catatonia[blank_end]. The shorter half-life prevents [blank_start]sedation[blank_end] and may minimize interactions with daytime meds. [blank_start]Ranitidine[blank_end] may increase concentrations.
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Triazolam
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Temazepam
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catatonia
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depression
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sedation
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addiction
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Ranitidine
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Omeprazole
Pregunta 16
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T or F. With Triazolam the clearance is slightly faster with women than men.
Pregunta 17
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The following is correct about Zaleplon (Sonata)
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Is also a Hyundai car model
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Is FDA approved for short-term insomnia
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Is recommended by the AASM for sleep onset insomnia
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May have more side effects due to the short half-life
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A high-fat meal will delay absorption and decrease beneficial effects
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May cause more dependence than some other sedative hypnotics-especially in those without a substance abuse history
Pregunta 18
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This medication can reduce the effectiveness of Zaleplon (Sonata).
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Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
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Fluoxetine (Prozac)
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Levofloxacin (Levaquin)
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Acetiminophen
Pregunta 19
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This is a uncommon side effect of Zaleplon (Sonata).
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Angioedema
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Sedation
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Ataxia
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Reduced Appetit
Pregunta 20
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Zaleplon (Sonata) has not been shown to [blank_start]increase[blank_end] total sleep time or decrease the number of [blank_start]awakenings[blank_end].
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increase
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decrease
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awakenings
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dreams
Pregunta 21
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T or F. Zaleplon can be used for mid-nocturnal awakenings with 4 hrs of sleep time remaining because evidence shows no residual sedation after 4 hours.
Pregunta 22
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Jerry is a 38-year-old male who struggled with insomnia for several months. After trials of medication for short-term insomnia he wants to explore a medication that has efficacy for long term us and has a low potential for abuse. Based on this patient's wishes, which medication should the PMHNP prescribe?
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Eszopiclone (Lunesta)
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Zolpidem (Ambien)
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Trazadone (Desyeral)
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Tamazepam (Restoril)
Pregunta 23
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The following is true about Eszopiclone (Lunesta) (select all that apply):
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AASM recommends for both sleep onset and maintenance insomnia
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Can cause an unpleasant taste as a side effect
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Should be taken with a high-fat meal
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Titration is required
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Rifampin decreases levels
Pregunta 24
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Which baseline and routine labs are required with Eszopiclone (Lunesta)?
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CMP, CBC. TSH
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LFT, BUN, CrCl
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None
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ALT, AST, GGT
Pregunta 25
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T or F. Sally has a history of a substance use disorder. She has been sober from drugs and alcohol for 5 years. She is now experiencing a period of insomnia. It is best practice for the PMHNP to prescribe Zolpidem (Ambien).
Pregunta 26
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The FDA recommends avoiding this activity the whole day after taking Ambien CR.
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Driving
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Farming
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Yoga
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Trampoline Jumping
Pregunta 27
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What formulation of Zolpidem can be used for nocturnal awakenings with difficulty falling back asleep, with at least 4 hours of bedtime remaining.
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Edular
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Intermezzo
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Ambien CR
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Zolpimist
Pregunta 28
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Women and the elderly metabolize zolpidem more [blank_start]slowly[blank_end] than men, making them more vulnerable to [blank_start]next day[blank_end] effects. As such the max dose for women and the elderly is [blank_start]5[blank_end]mg.
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slowly
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quickly
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next day
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same day
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5
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8
Pregunta 29
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T or F. Ambien CR may allow enough agent to remain at receptors to improve sleep time and prevent early morning awakenings.
Pregunta 30
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[blank_start]Zolpidem[blank_end] has been shown to increase total [blank_start]sleep[blank_end] time and [blank_start]reduce[blank_end] the number of mid-nocturnal awakenings.
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Zolpidem
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Sonata
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sleep
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wake
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reduce
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increase
Pregunta 31
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Quetiapine (Seroquel) is used off-label for [blank_start]insomnia[blank_end] and is best for [blank_start]insomnia[blank_end] in patients with a co-occurring psychiatric illness. There are significant [blank_start]metabolic[blank_end] side effects and a risk for [blank_start]QTc prolongation[blank_end].
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insomnia
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sleep maintenance
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insomnia
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sleep maintenance
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metabolic
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anti-cholinergic
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QTc prolongation
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome