Adult Health - Module 5 Flashcards
1
Q
Benzodiazepines
A
Cause sedation
2
Q
Anticholinergic
A
Dry the patient up
3
Q
Antibiotics
A
Destroy bacteria
4
Q
Opioids
A
Stop the pain
5
Q
Antiemetics
A
Stop N/V
6
Q
Beta-blockers
A
Control blood pressure
7
Q
Insulin
A
Control glucose (elevated by stress of surgery)
8
Q
When are meds given?
A
PO: 60-90 minutes before surgery with a sip of water
IV/IM: In the pre-op holding area
