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gastrointestinal pharm. exam Flashcards

1
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what is the top priority for a patient taking capsules?

A

the pt needs to swallow it whole

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2
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define a proton pump inhibitor

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inhibits pump from secreting too much acid

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3
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most common side effect of antacids

A

constipation

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4
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what medication sticks to ulcers?

A

carafate

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5
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What antibiotic clears H. pylori

A

clarithromycin

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6
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antispasmodic meds relax…

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the muscles

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7
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causes of constipation

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iron, diet, meds, and hydration

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8
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an older adult is given medication. What do they need to report?

A

confusion

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9
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What two medications reduce stomach acid?

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antihistamines and proton pump inhibiters

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10
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What helps with incontinence, reduces frequency/urgency, and stops spasms?

A

antispasmodic medications

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11
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What is important for oral health?

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medications, odor, dry mouth, and dental Hx

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12
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What is a crucial aspect of Miralax?

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retention

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13
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If a child takes Ditropan they most likely take it for…?

A

bed wetting

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14
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A nurse should tell the mother of a 11 month old to increase…?

A

fluids

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15
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normal bowel function

A

at least every 3 days

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16
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If a pt has constipation. What should be increased?

A

fluids/water

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17
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To prevent the spread of diarrhea

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wash hands

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18
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If a patient takes a fleet enema everyday

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instruct them to stop (increase fruits and leafy greens and fiber supplements)

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19
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overactive bladder syndrome treatment goal is?

A

decrease frequency and reduce urinary urge

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20
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magnesium hydroxide action (lubricant laxative)

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lubricates intestinal wall and helps smooth passage of fecal matter

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21
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stool softeners do not cause…?

A

peristalsis

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22
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stimulant laxatives cause?

A

irritation which promotes peristalsis

23
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Osmotic laxative action

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draws water into the intestines causing peristalsis

24
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list 3 antiemetics

A

droperidol, ondansetron, and dexamethasone

25
Q

osmotic laxatives

A

polyethylene glycol, lactulose, and glycerin

26
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3 causes of diarrhea

A

enzyme deficiency, excessive use of laxatives, and drug therapy

27
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for pt’s who are given laxatives routinely administer with a…?

A

full glass of water

28
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criteria for chronic constipation

A

present for 3 months

29
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medications that cause constipation

A

morphine, codeine, and anticholinergic agents

30
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______ containing magnesium may also cause diarrhea

A

Antacids

31
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Name 3 complications associated with prolonged/severe diarrhea

A

dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and exhaustion

32
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define constipation

A

infrequent stools or difficult stool passage

33
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if a pt is experiencing painful spasms. What should be administered?

A

pyridium

34
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pt has a distended and tender abdomen. What is the priority assessment?

A

pt may be impacted

35
Q

Name the most common diarrhea medication

A

immodium (loperimide hydrochloride)

36
Q

with any GU and GI what do you increase?

A

fluids

37
Q

if a pt should not strain during deification? what should you give them?

A

stool softener

38
Q

thrush(candidas) treatment

A

nistatin (antifungal)

39
Q

what organism causes peptic ulcers?

A

H.pylori

40
Q

condition of lack of saliva?

A

xerostomia (saliva substitutes)

41
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adverse effects of pyridium

A

reddish-orange urine is common and yellowing of the skin and the eyes is adverse

42
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psyllium nurse intervention

A

give with a full glass of water

43
Q

medication for reflux and gastroparesis

A

regalin(metoclopramide)

44
Q

medications for motion sickness

A

dramamine and benadryl)

45
Q

most common symptom of reflux

A

heartburn

46
Q

What can H.pylori cause?

A

peptic ulcers

47
Q

common side effects of meds for constipation

A

abdominal cramping

48
Q

what med may cause jaw and neck spasms

A

regalin

49
Q

what meds prevent nausea?

A

antimetics

50
Q

pt gets antispasmodics for urinary spasms. What may they experience?

A

dry mouth

51
Q

when would you give carafate? When would you not?

A

cautioned with pt’s with diabetes and kidney disease (sucralfate)

52
Q

medication for short periods of motion sickness

A

scopolamine

53
Q

medication for long periods of motion sickness

A

antihistamine

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