Drugs

Question 1

What is Acetaminophen-PO(Tylenol), IV (Ofirmev)?

Answer 1

Non-narcotic analgesic and antipyretic(reduce fever), blocks generation of pain impulses in the CNS by preventing sensitization of pain receptors.

Question 2

What is the drug dose for Acetaminophen?

Answer 2

325-650mg PO q 4-6hrs; or 1g PO/IV q 6-8hrs

Question 3

Contraindications for Acetaminophen

Answer 3

Chronic liver damage, excess alcohol use.

Question 4

What is Acetazolamide(Diamox)?

Answer 4

Non-diuretic antihypertensive(carbonic anhydrase inhibitor)

Question 5

What is the Drug dose for Diamox?

Answer 5

125mg bid- prevention of AMS 24hrs prior to ascent and 48hrs after ascent.
250mg bid- for existing AMS

Question 6

Contraindications for Diamox?

Answer 6

Sulfa allergy, pregnancy

Question 7

When would you give Diamox?

Answer 7

Prevention of AMS. Rx of AMS, HACE, or HAPE.

Question 8

What is adenosine?

Answer 8

antiarrhythmic agent

Question 9

Indications for Adenosine?

Answer 9

Used to convert PSVT, WILL NOT convert atrial flutter, atrial fibrillation, or VT.

Question 10

What is the dose for Adenosine?

Answer 10

Adult dose- 6mg rapid IV bolus (1-3 sec) followed by 10mL flush. Two additional doses of 12mg can be administered

Pediatric dose: 0.1-0.2mg/kg IV rapid push, if IO up to 6mg

Question 11

Contraindications of Adenosine?

Answer 11

2nd/3rd degree AV block, sick sinus syndrome, pregnancy.

Question 12

What is Albuterol Inhaler (Ventolin, Proventil)

Answer 12

inhaled beta-adrenergic agonist; relaxes bronchial smooth muscle

Question 13

Indications for Albuterol?

Answer 13

Asthma, anaphylaxis; prevention/treatment of exercise induced bronchospasm; smoke inhalations with wheezing and SOB. Adjunct in management of CRUSH syndrome to manage hyperkalemia and HAPE

Question 14

What is the dose for Albuterol?

Answer 14

Adult dose: 2 inhalations q4-6hrs; may be used more frequently in acute need.

Pediatric dose: if >4 yrs old, 1 inhalation q4-6hrs

Question 15

What is Amoxicillin/Clavulanic Acid(Augmentin)?

Answer 15

Oral Antibiotic

Question 16

Indications for Amoxicillin?

Answer 16

lower respiratory tract infections, otitis media, sinusitis, skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections.

Question 17

Dose for Amoxicillin?

Answer 17

Adult dose: 875mg tablet q12hr

Pediatric dose: 30mg/kg/day in divided doses(q8012hr) produces less nausea and diarrhea.

Question 18

Contraindications for Amoxicillin?

Answer 18

Hypersensitivity to penicillin, history of liver failure.