3B: Cardiac Meds Flashcards
When do thrombolytic agents have to be given?
Within 4-12 hours of symptom onset
What is the use of Streptokinase?
Acute MI to reestablish coronary blood flow
What is the action of Streptokinase?
Facilitate clot disolution
What are the adverse effects of Streptokinase?
Hemorrhage
What is the use of Recombinant tPA and Retrovase?
Acute MI (same as Streptokinase)
What is the action of Recombinant tPA and Retrovase?
Facilitate clot disolution (same as Streptokinase)
What is the adverse effect of Recombinant tPA and Retrovase?
Hemorrhage (same as Streptokinase)
What is the use of Heparin?
Prevent and treat thromboembolism
What is the action of Heparin?
Inhibit clot formation
What are the adverse effects of Heparin?
Hemorrhage and hemarthosis
What is the duration of a Heparin perscription?
Short term - given via IV or subcutaneous shot
What is the use of Coumadin?
Prevent and treat thromboembolism (same as Heparin)
What is the action of Coumadin?
Block vitamin K and other clotting agents
What are the adverse effects of Coumadin?
Hemorrhage, hemarthosis
What is the duration of a Coumadin perscription?
Long term
How are Heparin and Coumadin dosing monitored?
Clotting times
What is PT?
Prothombin time
What is the normal value of PT?
12-15 seconds
What does PT measure?
Extrinsic and pathway means of clotting
What is PTT?
Partial Thromboplastin Time