Exam #3 Flashcards
What is the trade name for Ibuprofen?
Advil or Motrin
What classification is Ibuprofen associated with?
Antipyretic, Antirheumatic, Nonopioid Analgesic, Anti-Inflammatory
What are the usual routes Ibuprofen is given?
PO and IV
What is the reason someone would be administered Ibuprofen?
They need to decrease their pain level and inflammation.
They need to reduce their fever.
What are some of the common side effects of Ibuprofen?
Heart Attack, Stroke, Hypertension, Arrhythmias
GI Bleeding, Hepatitis
Exfoliative Dermatitis, Steven Johnson Syndrome
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, Hypersensitivity Reactions
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Ibuprofen?
Advise to take with full glass of water and sit up right for about 15-30 after taking. Take medication as directed. No alcohol. Notify of current medications. Do not take no more than 10 days for pain or 3 days for fever. Notify if pregnant because may cause fetal harm.
What are the lab value alterations caused by Ibuprofen?
May cause prolonged bleeding time.
What are the drugs that may interact with Ibuprofen?
Aspirin, corticosteroids, alcohol, acetaminophen, diuretics, antihypertensives, insulin, lithium, thrombolytics, warfarin.
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Ibuprofen?
Assess if they have asthma or signs and symptoms of GI bleeding. Assess pain location, type, and intensity. Assess vital signs.
Why would someone not be able to take Ibuprofen?
If they show signs of GI bleeding or if a skin rash appears or occurs.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Ibuprofen?
Check the skin for any rashes and assess for any GI bleeding.
See if the pain has diminished and the medication worked.
See if the fever has been reduced.
What is the trade name for Levothyroxine?
Synthroid
What classification is Levothyroxine associated with?
Hormones
What are the usual routes Levothyroxine is given?
PO and IV
What are some of the reasons someone would be administered Levothyroxine?
Replacement in hypothyroidism to restore normal hormonal balance.
Suppression of thyroid cancer.
What is the antidote for Levothyroxine?
Propranolol
What are some of the common side effects of Levothyroxine?
Angina pectoris, arrhythmias, tachycardia
Hyperthyroidism, menstrual irregularities
Abdominal cramps, weight loss, sweating
Accelerated bone maturation in children.
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Levothyroxine?
Take medicine as directed at the same time everyday. Therapy is lifelong. Avoid taking other thyroid medications. Notify if pregnant. Need follow-up exams.
What are the lab value alterations that may occur with the administration of Levothyroxine?
Monitor thyroid-stimulation hormone (TSH) serum levels. Monitor blood and urine glucose in diabetic patients.
What are some of the drugs that may interact with Levothyroxine?
Calcium carbonate, antacids, warfarin, insulin, digoxine, ketamine, phenobarbital. Grapefruit juice should not be consumed.
What needs to be assessed before administration of Levothyroxine?
Assess vitals especially apical pulse, and BP. Monitor height and weight. Also for children monitor their psychomotor development.
Why would someone not be able to take Levothyroxine?
If tachyarrhythmias, or chest pain occur. Also if their vitals are abnormal.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Levothyroxine?
Determine if the medication is assisting in the suppression of thyroid cancer and if it is helping to replace the hormones needed.
What is the trade name for Lorazepam?
Ativan
What classification is Lorazepam associated with?
Anti-anxiety, Sedative/Hypnotics
What are the usual routes Lorazepam are given?
PO, IM, IV
What are some of the reasons someone may be administered Lorazepam?
To Sedate
Decrease anxiety
Decrease seizures
What is the antidote for Lorazepam?
Flumazenil (Romazicon)
What are some of the common side effects of Lorazepam?
Apnea, Cardiac arrest, bradycardia, hypotension
Respiratory Depression
Weight gain, blurred vision, rash
Physical dependence, psychological dependence
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Lorazepam?
Take medication as directed. Possible abuse to drug. Usually a short-term medication. Notify of current medications. Avoid alcohol. May cause fetal harm notify if pregnant.
What are the lab value alterations that may be cause by Lorazepam?
Clients on high dose therapy should receive routine evaluation of renal, hepatic, and hematological function.
What are some of the drugs that may have interactions with Lorazepam?
Antipsychotics, alcohol, opioids, sedatives or hypnotics, muscle relaxants.
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Lorazepam?
Assess for risk of addiction or abuse. Assess for fall risks. Assess the characteristics of the seizures. Assess anxiety and mental status.
Why would someone not be given Lorazepam?
CNS Reactions (Central Nervous System) occur. If addiction or abuse occurs.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Lorazepam?
Evaluate clients mental status and anxiety and look for an improvement.
See if seizures have suppressed or improved.
What is the trade name for Magnesium Oxide?
Mag-Ox
What classification is Magnesium Oxide associated with?
Laxatives
What are the usual routes Magnesium Oxide is given?
PO
What are the reason someone would need to be administered Magnesium Oxide?
Evacuation of the Colon
Replacement in deficiency states
What are some of the common side effects of Magnesium Oxide?
Diarrhea
Flushing, Sweating
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Magnesium Oxide?
Do not take this medication within 2 hrs of taking any other medications. Consult with health care professional before taking antacids up to 2 weeks after taking this medication. Only used for short term therapy.
What are some of the drugs that could have interactions with Magnesium Oxide?
Neuromuscular Blocking Agents
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Magnesium Oxide?
Assess for abdominal distention, bowel sounds, and usual bowel functions.
Assess the characteristics of the stool produced.
Assess for heart burn and indigestion and the location, duration, character, and factors of gastric pain.
Why would someone not be able to be administered Magnesium Oxide?
They have abdominal distention or unusual bowel sounds.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Magnesium Oxide?
Look for a relief of gastric pain and irritation.
Need to have had a passage of a soft, formed bowel movement usually within 3-6 hrs.
Prevention and treatment of magnesium deficiency.
What is the trade name for Meclizine?
Antivert
What classification is Meclizine associated with?
Antiemetics, Antihistamines
What are the usual routes Meclizine are given?
PO
What are the reasons someone would be administered Meclizine?
Motion sickness
Vertigo associated with diseases of vestibular system.
What are some of the common side effects of Meclizine?
Blurred vision
Dry mouth
Drowsiness, Fatigue
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Meclizine?
Take medication as directed. May cause drowsiness. Use frequent mouth rinses, oral hygiene, gum to prevent dry mouth. No alcohol. Notify if pregnant. If taking for motion sickness take within 1 hr before exposed to conditions that cause motion sickness.
What are the lab value alterations that may be caused by Meclizine?
May cause false-negative results in skin tests using allergen extracts. Discontinue Meclizine 72 hr before testing.
What are some of the drugs that may have interactions with Meclizine?
Alcohol, antihistamines, opioid analgesics, sedatives/hypnotics, antidepressants, haloperidol.
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Meclizine?
Assess patient for nausea and vomiting before and after motion sickness conditions.
Assess degree of vertigo periodically.
Why would someone not be administered Meclizine?
If they are having nausea and vomiting before the administration of Meclizine.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Meclizine?
Look for relief of symptoms of motion sickness.
Prevention and treatment of vertigo due to vestibular pathology.
What is the trade name for Memantine?
Namenda
What classification is Memantine associated with?
Anti-Alzheimer’s Agents
What are the usual routes Memantine are given?
PO
What are the reasons someone would be administered Memantine?
To decrease symptoms of dementia/cognitive decline (Does not slow progression).
Cognitive Enhancement
Does not cure disease!!
What are some of the common side effects of Memantine?
Hypertension, rash
Diarrhea, weight gain
Urinary frequency, anemia
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Memantine?
Advise how and when to administer medication. May cause dizziness. Notify of current medications. Advise that improvement in cognitive functioning may take months. Notify if pregnant.
What are the lab value alterations that may be caused by Memantine?
May cause anemia.
What are some of the drugs that may have interactions with Memantine?
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, sodium bicarbonate.
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Memantine?
Assess cognitive function.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Memantine?
Improvement in neurocognitive decline clients with Alzheimers disease.
What is the trade name for Metformin?
Glucophage
What classification is Metformin associated with?
Antidiabetics
What are the usual routes that Metformin are given?
PO
What are the reasons someone would be administered Metformin?
To decrease hepatic glucose production.
Decreases intestinal glucose absorption.
Increases sensitivity to insulin.
What are some of the common side effects of Metformin?
Lactic acidosis
Abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Unpleasant metallic taste
Lower vitamin B12 levels
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Metformin?
Take medicine same time everyday as directed. Advise client that this medication helps control hyperglycemia but does not cure diabetes. Therapy is usually long term. Advise to follow diet, medication, and exercise regimen. Review signs of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Advise proper testing of blood glucose and urine ketones. Explain risk of lactic acidosis. Notify of current medications. Advise to carry a form of sugar with them at all times. Notify if pregnant. Need follow-up exams.
What are the lab value alterations that may be caused by Metformin?
Monitor serum glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin periodically.
Assess renal function annually.
Monitor serum folic acid and B12 levels every 1-2 years.
What are some of the drugs that may have interactions with Metformin?
Alcohol, digoxin, morphine, calcium channel blockers, vancomycin, furosemide.
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Metformin?
Assess for ketoacidosis and lactic acidosis.
Assess for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Why would someone not be administered Metformin?
If ketoacidosis or lactic acidosis occurs.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Metformin?
Control of blood glucose levels without the appearance of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
What is the trade name for Metoprolol?
Lopressor
What classification is Metoprolol associated with?
Antianginals, Antihypertensives, Beta Blocker
What are the usual routes Metoprolol are given?
PO and IV
What are the reasons someone would be administered Metoprolol?
Decrease blood pressure and heart rate.
Decreased frequency of attacks of angina pectoris.
Decreased rate of cardiovascular mortality and hospitalization in clients with heart failure.
What are some of the common side effects of Metoprolol?
Bradycardia, heart failure, pulmonary edema
Rash, blurred vision, hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia
Erectile dysfunction, arthralgia, bronchospasm
Drug-induced lupus syndrome
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Metoprolol?
Take medication at the same time everyday as directed. Teach how to check pulse daily and BP biweekly. May cause drowsiness. Change positions slowly. Advise may increase sensitivity to cold. Notify of current medications. Diabetics should closely monitor blood glucose. Notify if pregnant.
What are the lab value alterations that may be caused by Metoprolol?
May cause rise in ANA titers.
May cause rise in blood glucose levels.
May cause rise in serum alkaline phosphatase, LDH, AST, ALT levels.
What are some of the drugs that may have interactions with Metoprolol?
Digoxin, antihypertensives, alcohol, amphetamines, cocaine, insulins, dopamine.
What needs to be assessed before administration of Metoprolol?
Assess vitals. Monitor intake and output and weights daily. Assess frequency and characteristics of angina attacks.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Metoprolol?
Decrease in BP.
Reduction in frequency of anginal attacks.
Prevention of MI.
What is the trade name of Morphine?
MS Contin
What classification is Morphine associated with?
Opioid Analgesics
What are the usual routes Morphine is given?
PO, IM, Subcut, Rect, IV, Epidural, IT
What are the reasons someone would be administered Morphine?
Decrease in severity of pain.
What is the antidote for Morphine?
Naloxone
What are some of the common side effects of Morphine?
Hypotension, bradycardia, constipation
Respiratory depression, physical dependence
Adrenal insufficiency, psychological dependence
Blurred vision, diplopia
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Morphine?
Advise how and when to ask for pain medication. Do not stop suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Advise about drug abuse potential. Teach how to recognize respiratory depression. Change positions slowly. Notify of current medications. No alcohol. Advise to use frequent mouth rinses, oral hygiene, and gum to prevent dry mouth. Notify if pregnant.
What are the lab value alterations caused by Morphine?
May rise plasma amylase and lipase levels.
What are some of the drugs that may have interactions with Morphine?
MAO inhibitors, benzodiazepines, opioids, sedative/hypnotics, muscle relaxants, antipsychotics, alcohol, tramadol, trazodone, warfarin.
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Morphine?
Assess the type, location, and the intensity of the pain. Assess level of consciousness.
Why would someone not be administered Morphine?
If addiction or abuse occurs.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Morphine?
Look for a decrease in the severity of pain without a significant alteration in level of consciousness or respiratory status.
Decrease in symptoms of pulmonary edema.
What is the trade name for Naloxone?
Narcan
What classification is Naloxone associated with?
Opioid Antagonists
What are the usual routes Naloxone is given?
IV, IM, Subcut, Intranasal
What are the reasons someone would be administered Naloxone?
To reverse the signs of opioid excess (overdose).
What are some of the common side effects of Naloxone?
Ventricular Arrhythmias
Nausea, Vomiting
Hypertension, Hypotension
What is some of the patient teaching needed for Naloxone?
Notify if pregnant. If intranasal instruct on proper use.
What are some of the drugs that may interact with Naloxone?
Opioid Analgesics
What needs to be assessed before the administration of Naloxone?
Monitor vitals. Dilute and administer in slow increments if the opioid has been taken a week or longer. Assess for pain. Assess for signs of withdrawal.
Why would someone not be administered Naloxone?
If their vitals are abnormal or they experience signs of withdrawal and pain.
What needs to be evaluated or looked at after the administration of Naloxone?
Alertness without significant signs of pain or withdrawal symptoms.
Elimination
The excretion of waste products by:
Urine
Stool/feces/bowel movement/defecate
Continence
Purposeful control of urinary or fecal elimination.
Incontinence
No control of urine or bowel movements.
Anuria
Absence of urinary output, maybe normal for patient with dialysis.
Dysuria
Painful or difficult urination.
Polyuria
Increased urinary output.
Nocturia
Waking during the night to void.
Urinary Frequency
Multiple episodes of urination with little urine produced in a short period of time.
Urinary Hesitancy
The urge to urinate, but the client has difficulty starting the urine stream.
Urinary Incontinence
Disruption in the storage or emptying of the bladder with involuntary release of urine.
Urinary Retention
Either incomplete emptying of the bladder after urination or a complete inability to urinate.
Stress
Type of Urinary Incontinence. Leakage of small amounts during physical movement.
Overflow
Type of Urinary Incontinence. Unexpected leakage of small amounts because bladder is full.
Urge
Type of Urinary Incontinence. Frequent leakage of large amounts of urine at unexpected times (even while sleeping) also known as “overactive bladder”.
Mixed
Type of Urinary Incontinence. Stress and urge incontinence together.
Functional
Type of Urinary Incontinence. Untimely urination because of physical disability, external obstacles, or cognitive problems that prevent client from reaching toilet.
Transient
Type of Urinary Incontinence. Temporary leakage d/t a situation that will pass (medication/infection/colds with coughing).
What are some physical causes of urinary incontinence?
-Multiple Births
-Organ Failure
-Infection/Inflammation
-Post-op d/t anesthesia
-Medications
-Obstruction/tumors
-Surgical procedures
-Acute or chronic injury
-Dysfunction of sphincters (internal/external)
What are some of the psychological causes of urinary incontinence?
-Anxiety
-Depression
-Cognitive Impairments
No color/transparency of the urine means?
You’re drinking a lot of water. You may want to cut down.
Pale straw color of the urine means?
You’re normal, healthy and well-hydrated.
Transparent yellow color of the urine means?
You’re normal.
Dark yellow color of the urine means?
Normal. But drink some water soon.
Amber or honey color of the urine means?
Your body isn’t getting enough water, drink some now.
Syrup or brown ale color of the urine means?
You could have liver disease or severe dehydration. Drink some water and see your doctor if it persists.
Pink to reddish color of the urine means?
Have you eaten beetroot, blueberries or rhubarb recently? If not you may have blood in your urine. It could be nothing or it could be a sign of kidney disease, tumors, UTI, prostate problems or something else. You should consult your doctor.
Orange color of the urine means?
You may not be drinking enough water or you could have a liver or bile duct condition. Or it could be food dye. Consult your doctor.
Blue or green color of the urine means?
There is a rare genetic disease that can turn your urine blue or green. Also certain bacteria can infect the urinary tract. But it’s probably a dye in something you ate or a medication. See your doctor if it persists.
What are some outside influences on urine?
Some medications can change the color of your urine. Such as laxatives and chemotherapy drugs which can make your urine darker than normal.
What are some of the consequences of altered urinary elimination?
-Skin breakdown and infection from incontinence.
-Falls (if rushing)
-Depression/withdrawal
-Pain/Discomfort
-Relationship barriers (sex and leakage, embarrassment of wearing a pad)
-Changes to their social life (always having to go to the bathroom, stopping constantly on road trips, afraid of an accident, embarrassed.)
-Renal Issues
-Chronic UTI’s from retention.
-Inability to remove toxins can lead to death.
What are some of the tests and treatment for altered urinary elimination?
-Diagnostic tests to check urinary structures, stress testing, residual flowmeters, and invasive tests.
-Kegel Exercises
-Medications - either to help you void or to help you not to void so much.
-Surgery
-Injections/botox
-Electrical stimulation
-Implanted devices
-Bladder training
What are some things you should avoid if you are experiencing urinary issues?
-Caffeine
-Alcohol
-Carbonated Drinks
-Artificial Sweeteners
Bowel Incontinence
Involuntary passage of stool.
Constipation
Inability to pass stool for an extended period of time, acute or chronic.
Impaction
Stool at the rectum that is unable to properly evacuate due to hard/large form.
Diarrhea
Frequent passing of watery, liquid or loose stools.
What are some of the physical causes of bowel incontinence?
-Sphincter control
-Diarrhea
-Acute or chronic sickness
-Acute or chronic disability
-Traumatic Injury
-Medications
What are some of the psychological causes of bowel incontinence?
-Cognitive Impairments
-Neurologic Problems
Bowel Retention
Inability to pass stool from the rectum.
Results in constipation or impaction.
Continued retention causes loss of appetite, pain, and possible a fecal impaction.
What are some of the causes of constipation?
-Side effect from medications
-“Holding it”, fear of going in public.
-Intestines slow down as you age.
-Inflammation/hemorrhoids
-Infections (internal/external)
-Chronic conditions
-Improper nutritional intake
-Not enough water
-Vitamins (iron)
-Tumors, polyps, organ failure
-Bedrest/inactivity
-Injuries/disease
What medications are known to cause constipation?
-Narcotics (depresses central nervous system, slows peristalsis)
-Anesthetics (puts organs to sleep, not just the person)
-Diuretics (pulls water out go the system)
-Sedatives (depresses central nervous system, slows peristalsis)
-Antidepressants (dry effect)
-Anticholinergics (interferes with muscle activation, decrease gastric mobility)
-Calcium Channel Blockers (blocks calcium channels which affect smooth muscle in intestines)
Type 1 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Separate hard lumps, like nuts (hard to pass)
Type 2 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Log shaped but lumpy.
Type 3 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Like a log but with cracks on it’s surface.
Type 4 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Like a log or snake, smooth and soft.
Type 5 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Soft blobs with clear-cut edges (passed easily)
Type 6 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Fluffy pieces with ragged edges, a mushy stool.
Type 7 on the Bristol Stool Scale is?
Watery, no solid pieces. Entirely liquid.
What does it mean when you have brown stool?
Stool is naturally brown due to the bile produced in your liver.
What does it mean when you have green stool?
Food may be moving through your large intestine too quickly. Or you could have eaten lots of green leafy veggies, or green food coloring.
What does it mean when you have yellow stool?
Greasy, foul-smelling yellow stool indicates excess fat, which could be due to a malabsorption disorder like celiac disease.
What does it mean when you have black stool?
It could mean that you’re bleeding internally due to ulcer or cancer. Some vitamins containing iron or bismuth subsalicylate could cause black stool too. Pay attention if it’s stinky, and see a doc if you worried.
What does it mean who you have light colored, white, or clay-colored stool?
If it’s not what you’re normally seeing, it could mean a bile duct obstruction. Some meds could cause this too. See a doc.
What does it mean when you have blood-stained or red stool?
Blood in your stool, could be a symptom of cancer. Always see a doc right away if you find blood in your stool.