Exam 5 Review Flashcards
Aspirin has what kind of risk to the body?
bleeding risk
What is a potentially toxic reaction to aspirin?
tinnitus
What kind of aspirin may reduce GI side effects?
enteric coated aspirin
What are the come side effects of opioids?
constipation, nausea, vomiting, itching
What is the antagonist for opioids?
narcan
For opioids, what should you monitor for respiratory depression?
monitor rate, effort, and O2 saturation
Opioids can mask changes in an individuals
LOC (level of consciosuness)
What should you assess before and after administration of opioids?
pain before and evaluation of pain management after
This medication is used for opioid dependence.
Methadone (dolophine)
Does Methadone cause euphoria?
No
Does increased caffeine consumption increase or decrease urination?
increase
A physical addiction means that
the body is used to a substance and will withdraw when stopped
What are the symptoms of ETOH withdrawal?
tremors, confusion, delirium, anxiety
What is the difference between tolerance and addiction?
The most important distinction between these concepts is that tolerance and dependence refer to the physical consequences of drug use. In contrast, addiction is a descriptive term that refers to a need to engage in harmful behavior such as drug use.
Medications for Parkinson’s disease promote and maintain
independence
Patients with Parkinson’s disease should be assessed for
ability to chew and swallow
What should you avoid when taking Sumatriptan (Imitrex)?
driving/heavy machinery until side effects are known
Local anesthetics work by blocking
sodium channels
This medication reduces the amount of general anesthesia required.
Succinylcholine (Anectine)
This kind of agent causes total skeletal muscle relaxation.
Neuromuscular blocking agent
