740: Week 3 Lab Quiz Flashcards
Albuterol (brand)
ProAir, Proventil, Ventolin
Albuterol (indication)
Asthma
COPD
Albuterol (dosage)
1-2 q4-6h prn
Albuterol (adverse effects)
Pharyngitis
Rhinitis
Throat irritation
Upper respiratory infection
Tremor
Nervousness
Albuterol (counseling)
Wash mouth piece and let air dry at least once weekly
Instruct patient on proper inhaler technique (prime and shake before use)
When inhaling, hold for 10 seconds if possible
Apixaban (brand)
Eliquis
Apixaban (indication)
Atrial fibrillation
DVT
Apixaban (dosage)
1 bid
Apixaban (adverse effects)
Bleeding
Apixaban (counseling)
Do not take with NSAIDs
Do not discontinue without consulting physician
Should be stopped 24-48 h prior to dental or surgical procedures
Doxycycline (brand)
Vibramycin, Doxy 100
Doxycycline (indication)
Staphylococcal infection
Community acquired pneumonia
Gonorrhea
Doxycycline (dosage)
1 q12h on day 1, then 1 qd (infection)
1 bid 7d (gonorrhea)
Doxycycline (adverse effects)
Esophageal injury
Photosensitivity
Skin hyperpigmentation
Tooth discoloration (children <8 y.o.)
Doxycycline (counseling)
Do not take with dairy products, antacids, etc.
May take with food if needed
Wear sunscreen and avoid prolonged sun exposure
Take until completion
Symptoms should improve within 2-3d
Ezetimibe (brand)
Zetia
Ezetimibe (indication)
Hypercholesterolemia
Hyperlipidemia
Ezetimibe (dosage)
1 qd
Ezetimibe (adverse effects)
Generally well tolerated
Ezetimibe (counseling)
May be taken at same time as concurrent statin
If receiving bile sequestrant, take either 2h before or 4h after
Chlorhexidine (brand)
Peridex, Hibiclens, Paroex, Periogard
Chlorhexidine (indication)
Gingivitis
Skin/wound cleansing
Chlorhexidine (dosage)
15 mL oral rinse, swish 30s then spit (bid after toothbrushing)
Chlorhexidine (adverse effects)
Mouth/tongue irritation
Toothache
Discolored teeth
Chlorhexidine (counseling)
Do not eat for <30 min after use
Do not swallow
Topical: do not cover, use only on unbroken skin
Benzonatate (brand)
Tessalon
Benzonatate (indication)
Cough
Benzonatate (dosage)
1 tid prn
Benzonatate (adverse effects)
Pharyngeal numbness (if chewed/broken)
Benzonatate (counseling)
Swallow whole (do not chew)
Take with food or milk if experience stomach upset
Fexofenadine (brand)
Allegra
Fexofenadine (indication)
Seasonal rhinitis
Idiopathic urticaria
Fexofenadine (dosage)
1 bid
Fexofenadine (adverse effects)
Generally well tolerated
Fexofenadine (counseling)
Avoid activities requiring alertness until drug effects are realized
Available OTC
Enoxaparin (brand)
Lovenox
Enoxaparin (indication)
DVT prophylaxis
Enoxaparin (dosage)
1 q12h <5d
Enoxaparin (adverse effects)
Anemia
Hemorrhage
Enoxaparin (counseling)
Instruct on proper administration
Do not mix with other injectable medications
Monitor for signs of thrombosis/bleeding complications
Diclofenac (brand)
Voltaren, Cambia, Zipsor, Zorvolex
Diclofenac (indication)
Pain
Migraine
Dysmenorrhea
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Diclofenac (dosage)
1 bid-tid
Diclofenac (adverse effects)
GI distress
Diclofenac (counseling)
Take with food or milk to decrease stomach upset
Buprenorphine/Naloxone (brand)
Suboxone, Zubsolv
Buprenorphine/Naloxone (indication)
Opioid-use disorder
Buprenorphine/Naloxone (dosage)
1 qd sl
Buprenorphine/Naloxone (adverse effects)
Vasodilation
Sweating
Insomnia
Constipation
GI distress
Dizziness
Buprenorphine/Naloxone (counseling)
Use stool softener/laxative to prevent constipation
Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
Hx
History
PMH
Past medical history
C/O
Complains of
CC
Chief complaint
HPI
History of present illness
FH
Family history
SH
Social history
H&P
History and physical
WDWN
Well developed, well nourished
HEENT
Head, ears, eyes, nose and throat
HA
Headache
N/V
Nausea and vomiting
HTN
Hypertension
BMI
Body mass index
ROS
Review of systems
Bradychardia
Heart rate <60 bpm
Tachycardia
Heart rate >100 bpm
Inspection
Visual observation of the patient
Percussion
Striking or tapping the surface of the body
Edema
Abnormal accumulation of body fluids that can cause swelling
Symptom
Subjective concerns the patient reports
Sign
Things that the medical professional observes during the examination