When an individual uses certain antipsychotic drugs for mala…

When an individual uses certain antipsychotic drugs for maladies such as schizophrenia the drug competes with receptors for dopamine. If the drug prevents the binding of dopamine to its receptor, then the receptive region of the neuron is rendered functionless. What region of the neuron does this class of drug bind to?

The nurse practitioner is treating an eight-year-old patient…

The nurse practitioner is treating an eight-year-old patient for chronic constipation. The patient has just achieved a successful clean-out of the colon. What plan should the nurse practitioner discuss with the patient’s parent regarding the maintenance medications?