Anticoagulants, generic drug names, action, adverse effect, routes of administration, indication, nu Flashcards
What is the primary action of anticoagulants?
To prevent blood clot formation.
Which of the following is a common anticoagulant? (a) Aspirin (b) Warfarin (c) Acetaminophen
Warfarin
True or False: Anticoagulants can be administered orally.
True
Fill in the blank: The generic name for Coumadin is _______.
Warfarin
What is a major adverse effect of anticoagulants?
Bleeding
Name one indication for the use of anticoagulants.
Prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Which route of administration is commonly used for heparin?
Subcutaneous or intravenous
What is the action of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)?
Inhibit specific clotting factors.
True or False: Anticoagulants are used to treat hypertension.
False
What is the generic name for Lovenox?
Enoxaparin
List one adverse effect associated with Warfarin.
Hemorrhage
Which anticoagulant is often used in patients with atrial fibrillation?
Warfarin or DOACs
Fill in the blank: The action of anticoagulants is to _______ the formation of fibrin.
Inhibit
What is the primary indication for the use of unfractionated heparin?
Rapid anticoagulation in acute settings.
True or False: Anticoagulants can be used in pregnant women.
True, but with caution.
What is the mechanism of action of direct thrombin inhibitors?
Inhibit thrombin directly.
Which anticoagulant requires regular INR monitoring?
Warfarin
What is a potential adverse effect of low molecular weight heparin?
Thrombocytopenia
Name one contraindication for anticoagulant therapy.
Active bleeding
Fill in the blank: Anticoagulants are often prescribed after _______ surgery to prevent clots.
Orthopedic
What is the trade name for Rivaroxaban?
Xarelto
True or False: Anticoagulants can dissolve existing clots.
False
What is the action of Vitamin K antagonists?
Inhibit the synthesis of Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors.
Which route of administration is used for oral anticoagulants?
Oral
What is the role of anticoagulants in stroke prevention?
To reduce the risk of clot formation in the heart.
Fill in the blank: The generic name for Arixtra is _______.
Fondaparinux
