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what med has antitussive properties

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codeine

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what med is commonly prescribes for iron deficiency anemia

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ferrous sulfate

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which meds side effects cause nervousness or restlessness

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albuterol

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what is the therapeutic classification for acetaminophen

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antipyretic and non opioid analgesics

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5
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what is the therapeutic classification of folic acid

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antianemic

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6
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what med is commonly used for constipation

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docusate

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what med is given for prophylaxis tia and mi

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acetylsalicylic acid (asprin)

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8
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what is the amount of time given between albuterol inhibitor puffs

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1 minute

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9
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which meds action inhibits Cox-2

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celecoxib

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10
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what is the narcotic (opioid) antidote

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Naloxone or narcain

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11
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what meds causes dark stools

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ferrous sulfate

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12
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what is the therapeutic class of albuterol

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bronchodilator

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13
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what is the client teaching to promote regular bowel habits

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water, diet high in fiber, exercise

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14
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what med is needed for bone strength and cardiac function

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calcium carbonate and vitamin d

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15
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what is the antidote for acetaminophen

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N- acetylcysteine

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what med is not recommended for people under the age of 18 unless a physicians order

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acetylsalicylic acid

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17
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what organ is acetaminophen hard on

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liver

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18
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when administering calcium carbonate with vitamin d what client teaching do we have to give

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do not administer 1-2 hours of other medications

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19
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what med is commonly used for mild to moderate pain

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codeine

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20
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which meds side effects cause cause tinnitus

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acetylsalicylic acid

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21
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what is a common side effect of opioid analgesics

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sedation, constipation, respiratory depression

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22
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what lab is monitored with ferrous sulfate

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hemoglobin and hematocrit

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23
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what is the pharmacological class for celecoxib

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cox-2 inhibitor

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24
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what is the maximum dosage of acetaminophen in 24 hours

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4,000 mg

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25
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what assessment for a patient taking an opioid analgesic does the nurse need to do

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bowels, pain level, vital signs

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26
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what is celecoxib commonly prescribed for

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Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis

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27
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what is the action of acetylsalicylic acid

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decreases platelet aggregation and inhibits production of prostaglandins

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28
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what med draws water into stool

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docusate

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29
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what does the nurse need to assess on a patient receiving albuterol

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lung sounds, respirations, O2

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30
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client teaching for enteric coated tablets

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do not crush or chew

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31
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what destroys folic acid in foods

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heat

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32
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what is the antidote for fentanyl

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naloxone

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33
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what group is encouraged to take folic acid

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women of child bearing ages

34
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what does folic acid prevent

A

neuro tubal defects

35
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what foods are high in folic acids

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vegetables, fruits, organ meats

36
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what vitamin is essential for calcium absorption

A

vitamin d

37
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what med causes intense yellow pee

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folic acid

38
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ibuprofen client teaching

A

sit up for 15-30 minutes
take with a full glass of water
take as ordered
do not mix with alcohol, acetaminophen, aspirin, or other over the counter meds

39
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side effects of hydrocodone and APAP

A

confusion, sedation, hallucinations, headaches, blurred vision, miosis, respiratory depression, hypotension, bradycardia, constipation

40
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Action of furoseminde

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inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride from the loop of henle and distal tubule; increases excretion of water, sodium, potassium, and calcium

41
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nursing implications for ketorolac

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clients who have asthma and aspirin- induced allergy are at increased risk for developing hypersensitivity reactions
assess for pain level
assess liver function test
may cause prolonged bleeding
assess platelet count

42
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action of morphine sulfate

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binds to opiate receptors in the CNS. Alters the perception of and response to painful stimuli while producing generalized CNS depression

43
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Side effects of naloxone

A

hypertension, hypotension, tachycardia, nausea, vomiting

44
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hydrochlorothiazide client teaching

A

monitor blood pressure, weight and edema, change positions slowly, foods high in potassium (potatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, spinach)

45
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what are the vital sign parameters for metoprolol

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do not administer if hr < 60 or systolic pressure is <100

46
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nursing implications for loperamide

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assess bowel function, fluid and electrolyte balance, turgor

47
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Antidote for morphine sulfate

A

naloxone

48
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therapeutic classification for hydrochlorothiazide

A

diuretic, antihypertensive

49
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action of ketorolac

A

inhibits prostoglandin synthesis

50
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what med neutralizes gastric acid

A

magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide

51
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what symptoms would indicate you need to administer magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide

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GI complaint: indigestion, GERD, Heartburn, peptic and gastric ulcers

52
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action of ibuprofen

A

inhibits prostaglandin synthesis

53
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nursing implications for hydrocodone & APAP

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assess blood pressure, pulse, respirations
if respirations <10 min. assess level of sedation
assess bowel function
assess type, location, and intensity of pain
may lead to dependency

54
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pharmacologic classification for magnesium sulfate

A

mineral/ electrolyte

55
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action of loperamide

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inhibits peristalsis and prolongs transit time by direct effect on nerves in the intestinal muscle wall

56
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hydrocodone & APAP client teaching

A

take medication as directed
instruct on how and when to ask for pain medications
advise client to call for assistance when ambulating
change positions slowly to minimize orthostatic hypotension

57
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what labs need to be monitored with furosemide

A

potassium

58
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pharmacologic classification for metoprolol

A

beta blocker

59
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what type of diuretic is furosemide

A

loop

60
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hydrochlorothiazide is prescribed for

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hypertension and edema associated with CHF

61
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theraputic classification of loperamide

A

antidiaherreal

62
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what is ibuprofen commonly used for

A

mild to moderate pain
dysmenorrhea (period cramping)

63
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side effects of hydrochlorothiazide

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dizziness, hypotension, hypokalemia, dehydration

64
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signs and symptoms of gastric bleeding

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abdominal pain, vomiting, coffee ground emesis or tarry stool

65
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signs of magnesium sulfate toxicity

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depression or absence of reflexes, oliguria, respiratory depression, hypotension, muscle relaxation, decreased LOC, cardiac arrest

66
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Therapeutic classification for magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide

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antiulcer agent

67
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therapeutic classification of hydrocodone & APAP

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allergy, cold, cough remedies

68
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what is the action of naloxone

A

competitively blocks the effects of opioids

69
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Side effects of magnesium sulfate

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depressed respirations, hypotension, sedation, confusion, dizziness, constipation, urinary retention, itching, risk for dependency

70
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therapeutic classification for furosemide

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diuretic

71
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what is metoprolol prescribed for

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hypertension, angina, heart failure

72
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pharmacologic classification for hydrochlorothiazide

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thiazide diuretic

73
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why is hydrocodone and APAP prescribed

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to decrease severity of pain without significantly altering the level of consciousness

74
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what is loperamide given for

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acute and chronic diarrhea

75
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ibuprofen side effects

A

headache, dizziness, renal failure, GI bleeding, constipation, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting

76
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side effects of furosemide

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dehydration, hypokalemia, hyponatremia (sodium), hypovolemia (losing lots of fluids)

77
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can ibuprofen be given to children <6 months old

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no

78
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therapeutic classification of ketorolac

A

nonsteroidal anti- inflammatory, nonopioid analgesic

79
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nursing implications for furosemide

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assess fluid status during therapy (blood pressure, daily weight, I/O amount and location of edema, lung sounds, turgor, mucous membranes)
assess elderly for fall risk
assess client for tinnitus and hearing loss
monitor electrolytes, renal, and hepatic function

80
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what is the action of hydrocodone & APAP

A

binds to opiate receptors in the CNS. alters the perception and response to pain while producing generalized CNS depression, also suppresses cough reflex

81
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ketorolac is used for

A

short term management of pain, less than 5 days

82
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pharmacologic classification for naloxone

A

opioid antagonist

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