NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

Which term describes why an antidepressant that prevents the reuptake of neurotransmitters is prescribed for a client?

1. Adverse effects

2. Chemical stability

3. Pharmacologic action

4. Route

The correct answer is: Pharmacologic action

An antidepressant that prevents the reuptake of neurotransmitters is prescribed for a client based on its pharmacologic action. Pharmacologic action refers to how a drug produces its effects on the body at the molecular, cellular, tissue, or organ level. In this case, the antidepressant affecting neurotransmitter reuptake is part of its pharmacologic action in treating depressive symptoms. While adverse effects, chemical stability, and route of administration are important considerations when prescribing medication, in this context, the primary reason for prescribing an antidepressant that prevents neurotransmitter reuptake is its pharmacologic action.