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Lewis 68 - Musculoskeletal Problems Flashcards

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MOA/Class

Prednisone, methylprednisolone

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Steroids stabilize leukocytes (WBCs) preventing the release of intracellular chemical/inflammatory mediators
Restore/increase bronchial responsiveness to beta-adrenergic receptor stimulation

Systemic glucocorticoid/corticosteroid

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Side Effects

Prednisone, methylprednisolone

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Growth suppression, elevated blood glucose, weight gain
GI upset (tolerated best in AM with food/milk)
Osteoporosis (long-term use)

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Nursing Considerations

Prednisone, methylprednisolone

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Taper dose when stopping to prevent adrenal insufficiency

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Indications

Prednisone, methylprednisolone

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Used to gain control of inflammatory musculoskeletal conditions.

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MOA/Class

ibuprofen, naproxen, ketorolac, indomethacin, celecoxib

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Inhibit cyclooxygenase thus inhibiting inflammatory symptoms

NSAID

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Side Effects

ibuprofen, naproxen, ketorolac, indomethacin, celecoxib

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GI upset/ulcers/bleeding, risk for thrombotic events

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Nursing Considerations

ibuprofen, naproxen, ketorolac, indomethacin, celecoxib

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Monitor renal (and hepatic) function
Increased bleeding risk when combined with alcohol, anticoagulants, some herbals
Take with food
Misoprostol can help decrease risk for ulcers with chronic NSAID use
Stop NSAIDs several days prior to surgery/dental work
Celcoxib has less risk of GI irritation as it is a COX-2 inhibitor.

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Indications

ibuprofen, naproxen, ketorolac, indomethacin, celecoxib

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Pain due to inflammation

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MOA/Class

cyclobenzaprine, tizanidine

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Acts on the brainstem to decrease muscle spasms

Centrally-acting muscle relaxant

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Side Effects

cyclobenzaprine, tizanidine

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CNS depression; may have some anticholinergic effects

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Nursing Considerations

cyclobenzaprine, tizanidine

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Do not combine with alcohol or other CNS depressants.

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Indications

cyclobenzaprine, tizanidine

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Short-term/intermittent treatment of acute muscle spasms/injuries.

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MOA/Class

duloxetine

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Inhibits serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake in the CNS

SNRI

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Side Effects

duloxetine

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Serotonin syndrome, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Hepatotoxicity, drowsiness, constipation, dry mouth

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Nursing Considerations

duloxetine

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Do not use within 14 days of MAOI medications
Taper dose to discontinue

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Indications

duloxetine

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Antidepressant and nerve pain management

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MOA/Class

gabapentin

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Unknown

Analgesic/anticonvulsant

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Side effects

gabapentin

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Confusion, drowsiness, fatigue, ataxia

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Nursing Considerations

gabapentin

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Increased risk of CNS depression when combined with alcohol

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Indications

gabapentin

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Used for neuropathic pain and mood stabilization

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MOA/Class

tramadol

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Binds to opioid and norepinphrine receptors to block pain signals.

Centrally-acting opioid serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor

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Side Effects

tramadol

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Dizziness, headache, constipation, serotonin syndrome, seizures

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Nursing Considerations

tramadol

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Fluid and fiber to prevent constipation
(Analgesic effect is weaker than most opioids, but stronger than codeine)

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Indications

tramadol

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Moderate pain

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MOA/Class

diazepam

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Binds to GABA receptors to depress CNS activity and relax muscles.

Benzodiazepine

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Side Effects

diazepam

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Drowsiness, vertigo, “hangover effect”

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Nursing Considerations

diazepam

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Antidote: flumazenil
Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
Grapefruit increases effect/toxicity

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Indications

diazepam

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Anxiety, muscle spasms, seizure management / status epilepticus

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MOA/Class

alendronate, zolendronate acid

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Slows bone resorption (degeneration)

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Side Effects

alendronate, zolendronate acid

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GI and musculoskeletal pain, constipation, esophageal burns

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Nursing Considerations

alendronate, zolendronate acid

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Take on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes before food. Adminsitered with a full glass of water. Remain upright 30 minutes after administration.
Ensure adequate calcium intake during therapy.

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Indications

alendronate, zolendronate acid

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osteoporosis, Paget’s disease, multiple myeloma, hypercalcemia

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MOA/Class

calcitonin

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Mimics naturally thyroid-produced calcitonin
Inhibits osteoclasts (bone degeneration)

Calcimimetic

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Side Effects

calcitonin

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Flushing, nausea, diarrhea, decreased appetite

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Nursing Considerations

calcitonin

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Contraindicated with salmon allergy
Usually administered as a nasal spray - one spray daily; alternating nostrils.

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Indications

calcitonin

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osteoporosis, Paget’s disease, multiple myeloma, hypercalcemia

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MOA/Class

raloxifene

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Stimulates estrogen receptors in bones

Selective estrogen receptor modifier

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Side Effects

raloxifene

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Hot flashes, leg cramps, increased risk for VTE, teratogenic

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Nursing Considerations

raloxifene

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Contraindicated in pregnancy, during menopause, or with history of thrombotic disorder

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Indications

raloxifene

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osteoporosis, reduction of breast cancer in post-menopausal patients

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