Discuss norepinephrine, providing a 3-5 sentence paraphrased summary of its purpose and function. Link norepinephrine to a psychiatric diagnosis, discussing associated symptoms and determining if each symptom is related to an excess or deficiency in the neurotransmitter. Identify a drug class that treats the disorder and discuss whether recommended medications are agonists or antagonists. Explain how the medication impacts clinical signs and symptoms in treating the diagnosis, providing sources used less than 5 years.
A. Summarize the purpose and function of norepinephrine and link it to a psychiatric diagnosis.
B. Discuss symptoms associated with the selected diagnosis and determine their relationship to norepinephrine levels.
C. Identify a drug class for treating the disorder and specify whether the medications are agonists or antagonists.
D. Explain how the recommended medications impact clinical signs and symptoms, citing sources used within the last 5 years.