Asked by Kirsis Gonzalez on May 07, 2024
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The spouse of a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia asks, "Which neurotransmitters are more active when a person has schizophrenia?" The nurse should state, "The current thinking is that the thought disturbances are related to increased activity of: (Select all that apply.)
A) GABA."
B) substance P."
C) histamine."
D) dopamine."
E) norepinephrine."
Schizophrenia
A severe mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.
Dopamine
A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood, motivation, reward, and the regulation of movement.
- Understand the impact of dopamine and serotonin on schizophrenia and mood disorders.
Verified Answer
HA
HAMID ALAHMARIMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D, E
Explanation :
Dopamine plays a role in the integration of thoughts and emotions, and excess dopamine is implicated in the thought disturbances of schizophrenia. Increased activity of norepinephrine also occurs. Substance P is most related to the pain experience. Histamine decrease is associated with depression. Increased GABA is associated with anxiety reduction.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the impact of dopamine and serotonin on schizophrenia and mood disorders.
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