BPSD: Overview of Pharmacological Treatments
About the Lecture
The lecture BPSD: Overview of Pharmacological Treatments by Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C is from the course Management of Neurocognitive Conditions in the Older Adult (release in progress).
Included Quiz Questions
Which clinical finding best indicates the need to consider adding medication to non-pharmacological interventions in dementia care?
- Persistent self-harm despite environmental modifications
- Occasional episodes of mild confusion
- Normal age-related memory changes
- Temporary periods of restlessness
- Brief moments of social withdrawal
Which medication class is considered first-line treatment for depression and agitation in dementia patients?
- SSRIs
- Antipsychotics
- Anti-androgens
- Stimulants
- Tricyclic antidepressants
Before starting medications for a dementia patient who shows repetitive behaviors, what should be implemented first?
- Environmental modifications and engaging activities
- Structured physical therapy three times daily
- Specialized cognitive behavioral counseling
- Regular consultations with pain specialists
- Scheduled socialization with other residents
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Author of lecture BPSD: Overview of Pharmacological Treatments
Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C
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