Ati Test A/B Flashcards
Sucralfate ( mucousal protectant)
Forms a protective barriers over ulcers in peptic ulcer disease
h2 receptor antagonists
Decreases stomach acid secretion
Morphine adverse effects
Urinary retention
Bradycardia
Hypothermia
Pupil constriction
Insulins glargine
Shouldn’t be mixed in same syringe as other insulins
The solution is clear
Administer once per day at the same time
It does not cause a peak it is a gradual insulin
Acetazolamide adverse effects
Paresthesia, monitor for tingling of fingers
Hyperglycemia
Prednisone adverse effects
Osteoporosis. Which is monitored with bone density scans. ( prednisone is a glucocorticoid)
What drug decreases a persons serum potassium level
Sodium polystyrene sulfate
Why is Doxycycline contraindicated in pregnancy
Due to its adverse effects on developing bones and teeth
New hen administering Enalapril what should the nurse monitor for
Monitor for hyperkalemia due to potassium retention by the kidneys
What are adverse effects of aspirin
Salicylate poisoning which causes,respiratory alkalosis in early stages
What are signs and symptoms of magnesium toxicity
CNS depression
Lethargy
Decreased BP
depressed deep tendon reflexes
What are side effects of tamoxifen
Menstrual irregularities
Hot flashes
Bruising
What is the antidote for benzodiazepine overdose
Flumazenil
What is the antidote for opioid tocicity
Naloxone
What is the antidote for inhibitor overdose
Atropine
What person with Graves’ disease has difficulty doing what
They have a difficult time functioning. Propylthiouracil increases,the ability to function
What are signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism
Increased appetite
Insomnia
What taking fluoxetine, what should you avoid
Avoid NSAIDS which increases,the risk of bleeding ( as a substitute, take acetaminophen
What should you monitor for when administering the anticholinergic benztropine
Monitor for tachycardia and constipation
Albuterol
Relieves bronchospasms during acute asthma attacks
What does the inhaled corticosteroid beclomethasone do
Provides long term control of asthma
What does the mast cell stabilizer nedocromil do
Provides long term control of asthma
What does the leukotriene modifier montelukast do
It provides long term control of asthma and prevention of exercise induced bronchospasm
( it is not for acute asthma attacks)
While taking metronidazole, what is important to remember
Do not consume alcohol
If a person person is suffering from a allergic reaction and has the symptoms of urticaria, dyspnea, anxiety, and hypotension, what should be administered
Parenteral epinephrine
What should you educate a pt on who is newly prescribed iron pills ( ferrous sulfate.)
Educate to take on an empty stomach
Antacids reduce absorption of iron
What best determines thyroid activity
Measuring TSH is the most sensitive for determining thyroid activity.
A TSH level of 2 micorunits indicates proper thyroid functioning
What is sublingual ergotamine used for
Migraine headaches
Take 1 tab at onset of migraine
Max of 3 tabs in 24 hours
What med commonly causes gingival hyperplasia
Phenytoin
Notify dentist if taking this med
levels less than 10 can result in seizures
Greater then 20 can produce toxicity
What should be monitored and reported when taking digoxin
Yellow tinged skin which is a sign of toxicity
What are adverse effects of calcium channel blockers
Pedal edema
What is indomethacin
It is a non steroidal anti inflammatory which reduces pain and inflammation
What do decongestants do
They can constrict blood vessels
What is the anticholinergic oxybutynin do
It is used for urinary incontinence
Monitor for dry mouth, blurred vision, photo phobia, tachycardia and constipation.
Temazepam
Treats insomnia
Mirtazapine
Treats depression
Tranylcypromine common side effect
Orthostatic hypotension
What is spironolactone
A potassium sparing diuretic that causes hyponatremia
What is a indicator of hyperkalemia
Lethargy
What can glucocorticoids such as prednisone cause
They can cause sodium and fluid retention, therefor assess for edema, elevated BS, wt. gain.
What is modafinil
It is used for methamphetamine addiction
What is disulfiram used for
Alcohol addiction
What is bupropion used for
It is used for nicotine addiction
What are adverse effects of rosuvaststin
Myopathy which can progress to a fatal condition of rhabdomyolysis
What is the expected action of pegfilgratim
It increases a cancer patients WBC count
What is IV mannitol 25% used for
It decreases intraocular pressure
What are meds used to treat TB
Rifampin
Isoniazid
What is infliximab used for
Treats severe Crohn’s disease or arthritis
What are adverse effects of mannitol
HF, monitor for peripheral edema
Vomiting
Polydipsia
Muscle cramps
