Exam 1 Pediatrics

Question 1

Methylphenidate hydrochloride

Question 2

Ibuprofen

Question 3

Dexamethasone

Question 4

Palivizumab vaccination purpose and age

Question 5

DTaP vaccination purpose and age

Question 6

H influenza type B (Hib B) vaccination purpose and age

Question 7

Sympathomimetics

Answer 7

phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine_
- mimics the SNS by activating Alpha 1 adrenergic receptors in the nose
- vasoconstriction of blood vessels, causes nasal turbinate to shrink, opens nasal passage and relieves nasal congestion

Question 8

Antitussives

Answer 8

codeine, dextromethorphan (Delsym), benzonate (Tessalon)
- suppresses the cough reflex in the brain
- adverse effects: opioid related

Question 9

Expectorants

Answer 9

guaifenesin (Mucinex)
- reduce surface tension of secretions; thins thick mucous

Question 10

Mucolytics

Answer 10

acetylcysteine (Acetadote OR Mucamyst)
- decreases thickness (viscosity) of mucous secretions
- acetaminophen overdose
- smells like rotten eggs

Question 11

Antihistamines 1st Generation/Sedating

Answer 11

diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and dramamine

Question 12

Antihistamines 2nd Generation/ Non-Sedating

Answer 12

cetrizine (Zyrtec), loratadine (Claritin), fexofenadine (Allegra), and deslortadine (Clarinex)
- minimal anticholinergic effects
- effects longer lasting so dosed once a day