PMHNP Exam Scientific Foundation Practice Test

A patient with PTSD reports distressing nightmares. What is the rationale for using prazosin as an adjunctive treatment?

Initiate at a standard dose of 4 mg per day. Zaleplon 5 mg. It reduces nightmares by blocking alpha-1 receptors. Inhibits CYP450 enzymes.

It reduces nightmares by blocking alpha-1 receptors.

Correct answer: It reduces nightmares by blocking alpha-1 receptors.

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