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Neurobiologic theories and psychopharmacologyTRANSCRIPT
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Chapter 2: Neurobiologic Theories and
Psychopharmacology
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Great strides are being made in understanding the brain and mental illness, but much is still unknown; nurses need to keep abreast of developments to provide effective teaching
Neurobiologic TheoriesNeurobiologic Theories
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Central Nervous SystemCentral Nervous System
Consists of:
• Brain
– Cerebrum
– Cerebellum
– Brain stem
– Limbic system
• Spinal cord
• Nerves that control voluntary acts
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CerebrumCerebrumDivided into two hemispheres with four lobes
each: Frontal lobe (thought, body movement,
memories, emotions, moral behavior) Parietal lobe (taste, touch, spatial
orientation) Temporal lobe (smell, hearing, memory,
emotional expression)
Occipital lobe (language, visual interpretation)
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CerebellumCerebellum
•Receives and integrates information from all body areas to coordinate movement and posture
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Brain StemBrain Stem
•Midbrain
– Pons
– Medulla oblongata
– Locus ceruleus
– Cranial nerve nuclei 3 through 12
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Limbic SystemLimbic System
•Above the brain stem and includes:
– Thalamus
– Hypothalamus
– Amygdala
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NeurotransmittersNeurotransmitters
Chemical substances manufactured in the neuron to aid in transmission of information
• Either inhibitory or excitatory
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Neurotransmitters include:Neurotransmitters include:
Dopamine (control of complex movements, motivation, cognition, regulation of emotional responses)
Norepinephrine (attention, learning, memory, sleep, wakefulness, mood regulation)
Epinephrine (flight-or-fight response)
Serotonin (food intake, sleep, wakefulness, temperature regulation, pain control, sexual behaviors, regulation of emotions)
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Neurotransmitters include: (cont’d)Neurotransmitters include: (cont’d)
Histamine (alertness, control of gastric secretions, cardiac stimulation, peripheral allergic responses)
• Acetylcholine (sleep and wakefulness cycle, signals muscles to become alert)
Glutamate (an excitatory amino acid)
GABA (modulates other neurotransmitters)
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Brain Imaging TechniquesBrain Imaging Techniques
Include:
• Computed tomography (CT)
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• Positron emission tomography (PET)
• Single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)
We cannot yet diagnose mental illness with these techniques alone.
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Axial PET of Male Patient With Alzheimer’s
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Causes of Mental IllnessCauses of Mental Illness
•Genetics and heredity: play a role but alone do not account for development of mental illness
•Psychoimmunology: a compromised immune system could contribute, especially in at-risk populations
•Infections, particularly viruses, may play a role
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PsychopharmacologyPsychopharmacology
Psychopharmacology and medication management are important in the treatment of many mental illnesses.
Principles that guide the use of medications include:
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Effect on target symptom
Adequate dosage for sufficient time
Lowest dose needed for maintenance
Lower doses for the elderly
Tapering rather than abrupt cessation to avoid rebound or withdrawal
Follow-up care
Simplify the regimen for increased compliance
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Antipsychotic Drugsconventional; atypical; new generationconventional; atypical; new generationAntipsychotic Drugsconventional; atypical; new generationconventional; atypical; new generation
Uses:
Schizophrenia, acute mania, psychotic depression, drug-induced psychosis, other psychotic symptoms
Action:
Treat psychotic symptoms, such as delusions and hallucinations, by blocking dopamine receptors
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Conventional Antipsychotic Drugsphenothiazines (Thorazine, Prolixin, Mellaril, Stelazine); phenothiazines (Thorazine, Prolixin, Mellaril, Stelazine); Navane, Haldol, Loxitane, MobanNavane, Haldol, Loxitane, Moban
Conventional Antipsychotic Drugsphenothiazines (Thorazine, Prolixin, Mellaril, Stelazine); phenothiazines (Thorazine, Prolixin, Mellaril, Stelazine); Navane, Haldol, Loxitane, MobanNavane, Haldol, Loxitane, Moban
Side Effects
• Extrapyramidal side effects (EPSs)
• Pseudoparkinsonism
• Dystonia
• Akathisia
• Anticholinergic side effects
• Tardive dyskinesia (TD)
• Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)
Patient Teaching
• Adhering to medication regimen
• Managing side effects
– Thirst
– Constipation
– Sedation
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Atypical Antipsychotic DrugsClozaril, Risperdal, Zyprexa, Seroquel, GeodonClozaril, Risperdal, Zyprexa, Seroquel, GeodonAtypical Antipsychotic DrugsClozaril, Risperdal, Zyprexa, Seroquel, GeodonClozaril, Risperdal, Zyprexa, Seroquel, Geodon
Side Effects
• Fewer EPSs
• Weight gain
• Agranulocytosis (Clozaril)
Patient Teaching
• Adhering to medication regimen
• Reducing sugar and caloric intake
• Clozaril
– Weekly WBC monitoring
– Discontinue medication and seek care at first sign of infection
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New-Generation Antipsychotic Drugsaripiprazole (Abilify)aripiprazole (Abilify)New-Generation Antipsychotic Drugsaripiprazole (Abilify)aripiprazole (Abilify)
Side Effects
• Headache
• Anxiety
• Nausea
Patient Teaching
• Adhering to medication regimen
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Antidepressant DrugsSSRIs; TCAs; MAOIsSSRIs; TCAs; MAOIsAntidepressant DrugsSSRIs; TCAs; MAOIsSSRIs; TCAs; MAOIs
Uses:
Major depression, panic disorder and other anxiety disorders, bipolar depression, psychotic depression
Action:
Interact with the monoamine neurotransmitter systems in the brain, particularly the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin
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SSRI Antidepressant Drugsfluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro)citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro)
SSRI Antidepressant Drugsfluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro)citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro)
Side Effects
• Anxiety
• Agitation
• Akathisia
• Nausea
• Insomnia
• Sexual dysfunction (anorgasmia/impotence)
Patient Teaching
• Take in the morning
• Take with food
• Propanolol given for akathisia
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TCA Antidepressant Drugsimipramine (Tofranil), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Tofranil), desipramine (Norpramin), amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), clomipramine amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), clomipramine (Anafranil)(Anafranil)
TCA Antidepressant Drugsimipramine (Tofranil), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Tofranil), desipramine (Norpramin), amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), clomipramine amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), clomipramine (Anafranil)(Anafranil)
Side Effects
• Anticholinergic (blurred vision, urinary retention, dry mouth, constipation)
• Orthostatic hypotension
• Sedation
• Weight gain
• Tachycardia
• Sexual dysfunction
Patient Teaching
• Taking in the evening
• Using caution when driving
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MAOI Antidepressant Drugsphenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate), isocarboxazid (Marplan)isocarboxazid (Marplan)
MAOI Antidepressant Drugsphenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate), isocarboxazid (Marplan)isocarboxazid (Marplan)
Side Effects
• Sedation
• Insomnia
• Weight gain
• Dry mouth
• Orthostatic hypotension
• Sexual dysfunction
• Hypertensive crisis with excessive tyramine or sympathomimetic drugs
Patient Teaching
• Following tyramine-free diet (avoid aged cheeses, aged meats, beer and wine, sauerkraut, soy)
• Avoiding sympathomimetic drugs
• Using caution when driving
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Mood Stabilizing Drugslithium; anticonvulsant medications (carbamazepine lithium; anticonvulsant medications (carbamazepine (Tegretol), valproic acid (Depakote), lamotrigine (Tegretol), valproic acid (Depakote), lamotrigine (Lamictal), gabapentin (Neurontin)(Lamictal), gabapentin (Neurontin)
Mood Stabilizing Drugslithium; anticonvulsant medications (carbamazepine lithium; anticonvulsant medications (carbamazepine (Tegretol), valproic acid (Depakote), lamotrigine (Tegretol), valproic acid (Depakote), lamotrigine (Lamictal), gabapentin (Neurontin)(Lamictal), gabapentin (Neurontin)
Uses:
Bipolar disorder
Action:
Act on the neurotransmitters of the brain
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Mood-Stabilizing DrugsMood-Stabilizing Drugs
Side Effects (Lithium)
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Anorexia
• Fine hand tremor
• Polydipsia
• Polyuria
• Fatigue
• Weight gain
• Acne
Patient Teaching (Lithium)
• Taking with food
• Having monthly blood levels drawn 12 hours after last dose (maintain therapeutic levels between 0.5–1.5 mEq/L)
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Antianxiety Drugsbbenzodiazepines; buspirone (BuSpar)enzodiazepines; buspirone (BuSpar)Antianxiety Drugsbbenzodiazepines; buspirone (BuSpar)enzodiazepines; buspirone (BuSpar)
Uses:
Anxiety disorders, insomnia, OCD, depression, PTSD, alcohol withdrawal
Action:
Moderate the actions of GABA
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Antianxiety DrugsAntianxiety Drugs
Side Effects
• Tolerance and dependence
• Drowsiness
• Sedation
• Poor concentration
• Impaired memory
• Clouded sensorium
Patient Teaching
• Using caution during driving due to slower reflexes and response time
• Never discontinuingabruptly aswithdrawalcan be fatal
• Avoiding alcohol
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Stimulant Drugsmethylphenidate (Ritalin), pemoline (Cylert), methylphenidate (Ritalin), pemoline (Cylert), dextroamphetaminedextroamphetamine
Stimulant Drugsmethylphenidate (Ritalin), pemoline (Cylert), methylphenidate (Ritalin), pemoline (Cylert), dextroamphetaminedextroamphetamine
Uses:
ADHD, residual ADD in adults, and narcolepsy
Action:
Cause release of neurotransmitters
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Stimulant DrugsStimulant Drugs
Side Effects
• Anorexia
• Weight loss
• Nausea
• Irritability
Patient Teaching
• Avoiding caffeine, sugar, and chocolate
• Taking after meals
• Long-term use can cause dependency
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DisulfiramAntabuseAntabuseDisulfiramAntabuseAntabuse
Uses:
Aversion therapy for treatment of alcoholism
Action:
Causes an adverse reaction when alcohol is ingested
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DisulfiramDisulfiram
Side Effects
• Fatigue
• Drowsiness
• Halitosis
• Tremor
• Impotence
Patient Teaching
• Avoiding alcohol (including products such as shaving cream, aftershave, cologne, many OTC medications)
• Family should never administer without the person's knowledge
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Cultural ConsiderationsCultural Considerations
Ethnic backgrounds influence responses to some psychotropic medications:
• African Americans respond more rapidly to antipsychotic and tricyclic antidepressant medications than do whites and have a greater risk of side effects
• Asians metabolize antipsychotic and tricyclic antidepressants more slowly, requiring lower doses to produce the same effects
• Hispanics require lower doses of antidepressants than whites to achieve desired effects
• Asians and African Americans require lower doses of lithium than whites to produce desired effects
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Self-Awareness IssuesSelf-Awareness Issues
Viewing chronic mental illness as having remissions and exacerbations, just as chronic physical illnesses do
Remaining open to new ideas that may lead to future breakthroughs
Understanding that medication noncompliance is often part of the illness, not willful misbehavior