FINAL - exam 1 and 2 Flashcards

1
Q

Highly protein bound drug (%)

A

89%

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2
Q

Low protein bound drug (%)

A

30%

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3
Q

2 high protein bound drugs lead to

A

Toxicity

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4
Q

Hypoalbuminemia puts you at risk for

A

Toxicity

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5
Q

Trough

A

Time of LOWEST plasma drug concentration

-Shows RATE OF EXCRETION, helps understand kidney function

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6
Q

When do you draw trough?

A

Right before the next dose

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7
Q

Acute Asthma Attack Management drugs (5)

A

Sympathomimetics - Epinephrine (Adrenalin)
Selective Beta 2 Receptor Agonists - Albuterol (Proventil)
Steroids - Dexamethasone IV, Hydrocortisone IV
Bronchodilators

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8
Q

Albuterol

  • classification + mechanism
  • onset
  • duration
  • side effects
A

Selective Beta-2 Receptor AGONIST - works directly with beta 2 receptors in the bronchi to cause BRONCHODILATION , opening upt the airway

  • Rapid onset
  • Long duration
  • Few side effects
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9
Q

Systemic effects of Selective Beta-2 Receptor Agonists

A

Increased BP, increased HR, decreased GI motility and tone

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10
Q

Steroids for Acute Asthma Attack

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Promote smooth muscle relaxation through beta adrenergic receptor activity, decrease swelling, promote anti-inflammation

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11
Q

Bronchodilator assessment

A

Assess RR, use of accessory muscles, JVD, edema

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12
Q

Bronchodilator intervention

A

Teach patient on peak flow meter
Annual flu shot
Pneumonia vaccine x 5 years

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13
Q

Bronchodilator evaluation

A

Assess peak flow readings, breath sounds, O2 sat, color, ability to perform ADLs

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14
Q

Diuretic categories for emergencies (4)

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Thiazide diuretics - Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
Loop Diuretics - Furosemide (Lasix)
Potassium Sparing - Spirnolactone (Aldactone)
Osmotic Diuretics - Mannitol (Osmitrol)

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15
Q

Primary line of therapy for patients with HF

A

Diuretics

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16
Q

Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) - class and mechanism

A

Thiazide diuretic - Inhibit active transport of Cl-Na in the CORTICAL diluting segment of the ascending loop of henle

17
Q

Furosemide (Lasix) - class and mechanism

A

Loop diuretic - Inhibit active transport of Cl-Na-K