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Action/Effects Flashcards

1
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Acetaminophen

Tylenol

A

Antipyretic activity, analgesic activity - inhibition of central and peripheral prostaglandin synthesis

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Activated charcoal
(Acidose, super char, charcodate, liqui-char, aqua-char)
A

A fine black powder with liquid that adsorbs poisonous compound to its surface, reducing absorption

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Adenosine

Adenocard

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Slows supra ventricular tachycardia, decreasing the electrical activity by interrupting the reentry pathways though the AV node

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Albuterol

Proventil, ventolin

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A beta2-adrenergic agonist which helps relax bronchial smooth muscles

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Amniodarone

Cordarone

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Prolongs phase 3 of cardiac action potential. Amniodarone increases refractory period of sodium and potassium channels. Intern slows cardiac action potential

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Amyl Nitrate

A

Causes oxidation of hemoglobin to the compound of methemoglobin. Vasodilation, including coronary artery dilation. Smooth muscle relaxant.

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Aspirin

Bayer

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Decreases platelet aggregation, prolongs clotting time, antipyretic activity

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Atrophine Sulfate

Atropine

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Increase HR, contractility, automaticity, conduction & dilation of peripheral vessels. Works mainly in atrium.

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Diazepam

Valium

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Anti anxiety & anticonvulsant activity, acts on CNS to relax nervous system

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Diphenhydramine

Benadryl

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Blocks histamine receptors. This is at the H1 sites. High dose case anticholinergic activity.

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Dopamine
(Intropin)
Action

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Naturally occurring neurotransmitter. Stimulates dopaminergic, beta1/alpha1 adrenergic receptors in a dose dependent amount.

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Epinephrine 1-1,000
(Adrenaline 1-1,000)
Action

A

SQ - bronchodilator & relief of bronchial edema, Beta 1 & 2

IV - increases HR, vasoconstricts, Alpha 1 and Beta 1

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Epinephrine 1-10,000
(Adrenaline 1-10,000)
Action

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Increase cardiac resistance, BP, electrical activity, O2 Needs, contractility, & myocardial activity. Alpha 1 and Beta 1

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Fentanyl
(Sublimaze)
Action

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Combines with receptor sites in brain to produce potent analgesic effects.

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Furosemide
(Lasix)
Action

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Inhibits the reabsorption of sodium & chloride in the kidney tubule & promotes increased urine formation and excretion

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Glucagon
(GlucaGen)
Action

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Raise glucose level by using the glycogen in the liver for glucose. Stimulating glucose synthesis.

17
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Glucose/Dextrose

D 50/50% Dextrose

A

Raises BSL using electrolytes

18
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Haloperidol
(Haldol)
Action

A

Blocks stimulation of dopamine receptors in the brain, altering mood and behavior

19
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Hydroxocobalamin
(Cyanokit)
Action

A

Hydroxocobalamin combines with cyanide to form cyanocobalamin which is excreted through the kidneys

20
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Ibuprofen
(Advil, Motrin)
Action

A

Antipyretic activity
Analgesic activity - inhibition of central & peripheral prostaglandin synthesis.
Reduces inflammatory response through chemotaxis.

21
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Lacerated Ringers
(LR)
Action

A

Assist in fluid replacement for dehydration or blood loss

22
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Lidocaine
(Xylocaine, Xylocard)
Action

A

Decreases depolarization, automaticity, & excitability in the ventricles during the diastolic phase by the direct action on the tissue, especially the Purkinje network.

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Lorazepam
(Ativan)
Action

A

Anti-seizure, anti convulsant, sedative, muscle relaxant

24
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Meperidine HCL
(Demerol)
Action

A

Additive narcotic that depressed the CNS and may relieve pain

25
Q

Midazolam
(Versed)
Action

A

Anti-seizure, Anti-convulsant, sedative, muscle relaxant

26
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Morphine Sulfate
(MS)
Action

A

Acts on opiate receptors in the brain providing analgesia & sedation. Vasodilator, reducing venous return & myocardial oxygen demand.

27
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Naloxone
(Narcan)
Action

A

Displace narcotics at the receptor sites of the CNS. attaches to the receptors and inhibits the narcotics action.

28
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Nitroglycerin
(Nitrostat)
Action

A

Decreases cardiac work, increases circulation to the heart, dilates coronary & systemic arteries

29
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0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP
Normal Saline (NS)
Action

A

Assists in the rehydration of fluid & electrolytes in the vascular system.

30
Q

Ondansetron
(Zofran)
Action

A

Prevention & control of severe nausea. Calms vomiting reflex through vagal afferent nerves.

31
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Oxytocin
(Pitocin)
Action

A

Stimulates uterine smooth muscle contraction & helps expedite constricting uterine blood vessels &
Controlling excessive Hemorrhage

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