Asked by Jaden knight on Apr 25, 2024
A patient's spouse, who is a chemist, asks a nurse how serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) lift depression. The nurse should explain that SSRIs:
A) destroy increased amounts of neurotransmitters.
B) make more serotonin available at the synaptic gap.
C) increase production of acetylcholine and dopamine.
D) block muscarinic and alpha1-norepinephrine receptors.
Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
A class of drugs commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety disorders, which work by increasing levels of serotonin in the brain.
Synaptic Gap
The small space between neurons, across which neurotransmitters move to communicate signals from one neuron to another.
- Describe the purpose and activity of neurotransmitters in maintaining mental wellness.
- Gain an understanding of how different types of psychotropic drugs impact conditions related to mental health.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the purpose and activity of neurotransmitters in maintaining mental wellness.
- Gain an understanding of how different types of psychotropic drugs impact conditions related to mental health.
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