Hyperparathyroidism Meds Flashcards
1
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biphosponates
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Bandronate and risedronate
2
Q
Moa of bandronate and risedronate
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Osteoporosis 2nd to hyperparathyroid
3
Q
Cautions with bandronate and risedronate
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Pt with upper gi disorders and pt who cannot sit/stand upright for 30 min
4
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Nursing and pt teaching with biophosphonates
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Caffeine , ca supplements , antacids, OJ interfere with absorption
If they start experiencing difficulty swallowing or experience heartburn we may have caused esophageal irritation
Take in the morning
Remain upright for 30 min
5
Q
Calcitonin
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used for hypercalcemia
6
Q
Biggest side effects of calcitonin
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Nausea and nasal dryness
7
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Cautions with calcitonin
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Allergy to fish protein , renal disease (may not be effective)