Chapter 12-4- Table Flashcards
What is the action of Aspirin?
Anti-inflammatory agent and anti-fever agent; prevents platelets from clumping, thereby decreasing formation of new clots
Aspirin is used for relief of mild pain, headache, fever, and muscle aches.
What are the indications for administering Epinephrine?
Anaphylactic reaction
Epinephrine stimulates the nervous system, causing bronchodilation.
What is the primary action of Naloxone?
Reverses respiratory depression secondary to opioid overdose
Naloxone is used in cases of opioid poisoning.
What is the indication for administering Nitroglycerin?
Chest pain of cardiac origin
Nitroglycerin dilates blood vessels.
What does Oral Glucose provide when absorbed?
Glucose for cell use
It is indicated for low blood glucose (hypoglycemia).
What is the primary action of Oxygen?
Reverses hypoxia; provides oxygen to be absorbed by lungs
It is indicated for hypoxia or suspected hypoxia.
What are the contraindications for Aspirin?
Hypersensitivity; recent bleeding
Caution should be used in patients who are taking anticoagulants.
What are common adverse effects of Albuterol?
Hypertension, tachycardia, anxiety, restlessness
Albuterol increases the effects of other nervous system stimulants.
What is the route of administration for Naloxone?
IM (Intramuscular) or IN (Intranasal)
Additional doses may be required for severe opioid overdoses.
What is a potential adverse effect of Nitroglycerin?
Headache, hypotension
Nitroglycerin increases the effects of other blood vessel-dilating medications.
Fill in the blank: The adult dose of Aspirin is _______.
160 to 325 mg
Use chewable tablets for chest pain.
What is the adult dose for Epinephrine?
0.3 mg for adult; 0.15 mg for children
Medication will last approximately 5 minutes; do not repeat dose.
What precautions should be taken when administering Oxygen?
No open flames nearby; do not withhold oxygen from patients in respiratory distress
Oxygen can support combustion.
True or False: Albuterol can be administered via inhalation.
True
Patient must inhale all medication in one breath.
What are the indications for Oxygen administration?
Hypoxia or suspected hypoxia
It is essential for providing adequate oxygenation.
What should be monitored when administering Naloxone?
Patients may wake up combative
Ensure ALS is en route for continuing treatment.
What is the route of administration for Oral Glucose?
PO (Oral)
Ensure the patient is awake and can follow commands.
