General Med Info Flashcards
what is humulin 70/30
- combo of insulin regular and NPH
- 70 = NPH, 30 = regular
what are the steps to mixing insulin
1) draw air
2) inject air into NPH
3) inject air into R
4) draw up R
5) draw up NPH
what is the only anti-psychotic that can be given to a pregnant person?
- haldol (haloperidol)
what size needle is used for IM?
21 G, 1”
(think I = 1)
what size needle is used for subcut
25 G 5/8”
(think S = 5)
how can heparin be given
IV or subcut
what is the onset of heparin
- immediately
what is the max amount of time heparin can be given
3 weeks
what is the antidote for heparin
protaminsulfate
what lab test is related to heparin
PTT
can heparin be given to pregnant women?
yes
how is warfarin given
PO only
how long does it take for warfarin to work
few days to 1 week
how long can warfarin be given for
- no limit, can be on for rest of life
what is the antidote for warfarin
vitamin K