Acetazolamide (pre Op: cataracts)

Question 1

What class of drug is Acetazolamide?

Answer 1

Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor

Question 2

What is the typical adult dosage range for Acetazolamide?

Answer 2

250 to 1000 mg per day, divided into multiple doses

Question 3

Acetazolamide is primarily used to treat which condition?

Answer 3

Glaucoma

Question 4

True or False: Acetazolamide can be used to treat altitude sickness.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What is one of the mechanisms of action of Acetazolamide?

Answer 5

Inhibits carbonic anhydrase, leading to decreased bicarbonate reabsorption

Question 6

List one adverse effect of Acetazolamide.

Answer 6

Metabolic acidosis

Question 7

What is a common nursing consideration when administering Acetazolamide?

Answer 7

Monitor electrolyte levels, especially potassium

Question 8

Fill in the blank: Acetazolamide is contraindicated in patients with a history of _______.

Answer 8

Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides

Question 9

Which of the following is a potential drug interaction with Acetazolamide? (A) NSAIDs (B) Anticoagulants (C) Diuretics

Answer 9

C) Diuretics

Question 10

What condition can Acetazolamide help prevent in patients traveling to high altitudes?

Answer 10

Acute mountain sickness

Question 11

True or False: Acetazolamide can cause drowsiness.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

What is the effect of Acetazolamide on urine pH?

Answer 12

Increases urine pH (alkaline urine)

Question 13

What should be monitored in patients taking Acetazolamide long-term?

Answer 13

Renal function

Question 14

Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with Acetazolamide?

Answer 14

Hypokalemia

Question 15

What type of patients should use Acetazolamide with caution?

Answer 15

Patients with liver disease

Question 16

Fill in the blank: Acetazolamide is also used in the treatment of _______ edema.

Answer 16

Cerebral

Question 17

What is a key patient education point for those prescribed Acetazolamide?

Answer 17

Increase fluid intake to prevent dehydration

Question 18

True or False: Acetazolamide can be used in combination with other medications for glaucoma.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

What is the onset of action for Acetazolamide when taken orally?

Answer 19

1 to 2 hours

Question 20

What should be done if a dose of Acetazolamide is missed?

Answer 20

Take it as soon as remembered unless it’s close to the next dose

Question 21

Which form of Acetazolamide is available for patients who cannot take oral medication?

Answer 21

Injectable form

Question 22

What is the maximum daily dose of Acetazolamide for adults?

Answer 22

1000 mg

Question 23

Fill in the blank: Acetazolamide can cause _______ in some patients.

Answer 23

Allergic reactions

Question 24

What is a rare but serious side effect of Acetazolamide?

Answer 24

Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Question 25

What should be assessed before starting Acetazolamide therapy?

Answer 25

History of sulfa allergy

Question 26

True or False: Acetazolamide can be used to increase the excretion of certain drugs.

Answer 26

True