27 APR 2017 1741 MIX Flashcards
what medication is used for nephrogenic DI?
hydrochlorothiazide
pulmonary capillary wedge pressure is indicative of ________ (left / right) atrial pressure
left (and left ventricular end-diastolic pressure)
what are the criteria for preeclampsia with SEVERE features?
HTN with proteinuria (preeclampsia)
SEVERE:
- severe HTN
- platelets under 100,000
- transaminitis
- creatinine over 1.1
- headaches or visual changes
what are the medication choices for maternal hypertensive crisis?
- labetalol
- hydralazine
- nifedipine
*methyldopa is used for long term (chronic) management
how do estrogen agonists increase thromboembolism risk?
increase in protein C resistance
how is theophylline metabolized?
cyp system in the liver
what is the most effective single agent for allergic rhinitis?
glucocorticoid nasal spray
what are the treatment options for acute dystonic reactions?
- anticholinergics (benztropine)
- antihistamines with significant anticholinergic properties (diphenhydramine)
what are the treatment options for akathisia?
- beta blockers
- benzos
what is the most common cause of abnormal hemostasis in chronic renal failure? what is the treatment?
- platelet dysfunction
- treatment: DDAVP
