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    APOLONIO - Learning Activity 1 (QUIZ)

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    The document contains the answers to three questions about antipsychotic medications provided by a nursing student named Reyjan Apolonio. The first question explains the differences between typical and atypical antipsychotics, noting that typical antipsychotics have more side effects. The second question discusses the importance of understanding the target symptoms of psychiatric medications, specifically how antipsychotics can lessen psychotic symptoms. The third question addresses the importance of medication compliance for schizophrenic patients and lists potential barriers such as a lack of understanding of the illness, medication administration issues, and difficulty changing lifestyle.

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    The document contains the answers to three questions about antipsychotic medications provided by a nursing student named Reyjan Apolonio. The first question explains the differences between typical and atypical antipsychotics, noting that typical antipsychotics have more side effects. The second question discusses the importance of understanding the target symptoms of psychiatric medications, specifically how antipsychotics can lessen psychotic symptoms. The third question addresses the importance of medication compliance for schizophrenic patients and lists potential barriers such as a lack of understanding of the illness, medication administration issues, and difficulty changing lifestyle.

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    The document contains the answers to three questions about antipsychotic medications provided by a nursing student named Reyjan Apolonio. The first question explains the differences between typical and atypical antipsychotics, noting that typical antipsychotics have more side effects. The second question discusses the importance of understanding the target symptoms of psychiatric medications, specifically how antipsychotics can lessen psychotic symptoms. The third question addresses the importance of medication compliance for schizophrenic patients and lists potential barriers such as a lack of understanding of the illness, medication administration issues, and difficulty changing lifestyle.

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    APOLONIO - Learning Activity 1 (QUIZ)

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    The document contains the answers to three questions about antipsychotic medications provided by a nursing student named Reyjan Apolonio. The first question explains the differences between typical and atypical antipsychotics, noting that typical antipsychotics have more side effects. The second question discusses the importance of understanding the target symptoms of psychiatric medications, specifically how antipsychotics can lessen psychotic symptoms. The third question addresses the importance of medication compliance for schizophrenic patients and lists potential barriers such as a lack of understanding of the illness, medication administration issues, and difficulty changing lifestyle.

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    APOLONIO, REYJAN L.

    PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
    BSN III-A MR. RODNEY RAGUINIDIN

    Answer the following questions and upload your answers here.

    1. A client has just been diagnosed with schizophrenia and you are tasked with providing
    medication-related information. How would you explain the overall differences between typical
    and atypical antipsychotics?
    - For me to be able to explain the differences between the two, I must:
    o Have an active listening
    o Have patience during conversations
    o Allowing them time to process the information
    o Simplifying information whenever possible
    o Encouraging them to ask questions
    o Recognize signs of psychosis and give them space
    - Good morning, Mrs. X. I am here to explain the differences between typical and atypical
    antipsychotics. Typical antipsychotics are known as first-generation antipsychotic drugs, which
    can cause some motor control disabilities. This medication has more side effects compared to
    atypical antipsychotics, which has fewer side effect. This atypical antipsychotic is also known as
    the new-generation antipsychotic. These medications are less likely to cause motor control
    disabilities.
    2. Discuss the importance of knowing the target symptoms of psychiatric medications, specifically
    the drug classification of antipsychotics.
    - Antipsychotic drugs help to lessen psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and
    disorganized thinking by modifying brain chemistry. They can also aid in the prevention of the
    recurrence of such symptoms. Antipsychotics are a class of medications often used to treat
    psychotic disorders, which are mental illnesses in which people experience irrational thoughts
    and erroneous beliefs (delusions) or perceptions (hallucinations), as well as mood disorders
    like bipolar disorder and significant depression. Antipsychotic medications benefit persons with
    schizophrenia in the short and long term.
    3. A 60-year-old schizophrenic client has been non-compliant with the prescribed medication
    regimen. Discuss the importance of being compliant with antipsychotic medications. What are
    some barriers to medication compliance?
    - For controlling chronic illnesses, treating transitory ailments, and overall long-term health and
    well-being, it's critical to take your medications exactly as prescribed. Medication adherence
    requires personal interaction with your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Patients who stick
    to their prescription schedule can better control their mental health symptoms and feel better
    emotionally. Patients' willingness to take medication reflects their faith in the entire therapy
    process and the development of skills necessary for long-term recovery.
    - Examples of barriers to medication compliance.
    o A lack of understanding of the ailment and its treatment.
    o Medication administration and dose.
    o Medication can be paused, stopped, or controlled independently.
    o Self-management skills are lacking.
    o Keeping the drug facts hidden (eg, drugs prescribed by private doctors).
    o Fear of using drugs.
    o As a source of medication information, turn to the media and your neighbors.
    o Diseases in which poor control has yet to manifest symptoms.
    o Changes in lifestyle can be difficult.
    o Self-administered medications are being used to replace prescription drugs.
    o It's difficult and time-consuming to go over all of the drug information.
    o It's tough to have a complete understanding of the medication you're taking at home.
    o Doctors might play an overly authoritative position at times.
    o Unsatisfactory self-management coaching abilities.

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