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Fleet enema

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Has a lot of sodium so makes you retain water in vascular space and can cause fluid volume excess
Also, has phosphorus in it so can use to decrease Ca (inverse relationship)

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Alka-seltzer

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Has a lot of sodium so makes you retain water in vascular space and can cause fluid volume excess

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Aldosterone

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Mineralocorticoid Steriod
when blood volume gets too low (from vomiting or hemorrhage) aldosterone can cause retention of Na AND water so blood volume increases
make you lose potassium

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Vasopressin (Pitressin)

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another name for antidiuretic hormone - may be used for ADH replacement in diabetes insipidus (not enough ADH)

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Demopressin acetate (DDAVP)

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may be used for antidiuretic hormone replacement in diabetes insipidus (not enough ADH)

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Furosemide

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(Lasix) Loop Diuretic
Watch lab work
Dehydration can occur
Electrolyte problems (loose K - so increase foods high in K)
will decrease preload
give IV push SLOWLY to prevent otoxicity and hypotension

given for pulmonary edema - diuresis and vasodilaties so traps more blood in arms and legs to reduce preload and afterload

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Bumetanide

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(Bumex) loop diuretic, given when Lasix doesn’t work
Watch lab work
Dehydration can occur
Electrolyte problems (loose K - so increase foods high in K)
will decrease preload

can give for pulmonary edema to provide rapid fluid removal

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Hydrochlorothiazide

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(Thiazide) (HCTZ) Diuretic
Watch lab work
Dehydration can occur
Electrolyte problems (loose K - so increase foods high in K)
will decrease preload
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Spiralactone

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(Aldactone) K sparing diuretic
makes you retain potassium
limit foods in K (salt substitutes)
will decrease preload

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Calcium Gluconate

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antidote for Mg toxicity
reverse respiratory depression and potential arrhythmias caused by mg toxicity
administered IVP very slowly (max rate 1.5-2 ml/min)*

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Phospho Soda

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Sodium phosphate

Use to decrease Ca because has inverse relationship with phosphorus

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Calcitonin

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decreases serum Ca

given to tx osteoporosis pts by making the bones stronger by driving Ca back into bones

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Vitamin D

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helps utilize Calcium

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Sevelamer Hydrochloride

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(Renagel) phosphate binder - bind to phsophorus to decrease and then can increase Calcium because of inverse relationship
Given for hypoparathyroidism = hypocalcemia = hyperphosphatemia

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Calcium Acetate

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(PhosLo) phosphate binder - bind to phsophorus to decrease and then can increase Calcium because of inverse relationship
Given for hypoparathyroidism = hypocalcemia = hyperphosphatemia

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IV calcium

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GIVE SLOWLY and make sure pt is on a heart monitor because it causes bradycardia - it acts like a sedative and can widen QRS complex
Given for hypoparathyroidism = hypocalcemia = hyperphosphatemia

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Sodium polystyrene sulfate

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(Kayexalate)
only give when documented case of hypokalemia
exchanges Na and K in GI tract
push fluids with so don’t become dehydrated
increases Na and decreases K (inverse relationship)

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Albumin

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holds onto fluid in the vascular space 
so increases vascular volume
increases kidney perfusion 
increases bp
increases cardiac output
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Tetanus Toxoid

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Active Immunity
takes 2-4 weeks to develop their own immunity
body has to take active role with the shot
makes body produce own antibodies
boosts body

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Immune Globulin

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think immediate protection!!
passive immunity - body lays there passively - not working for antibodies, just given them
injecting pt with antibodies!
give if don’t know when had last tetanus and not knowing if they have current antibodies to boost

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21
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Mannitol

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osmotic diuretic

decreases cerebral edema and intracranial pressure

Only one given to flush out kidneys when see brown or red urine in burn pt

  • can crystalize if gets too cold
  • don’t refrigerate
  • use inline filter
  • observe for clarity before administering
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magnesium carbonate

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(Mylanta)

given to prevent a stress ulcer or curling’s ulcer (stress ulcer from burns)

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Prantoprazole

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(Prontonix) proton pump inhibitor
given to prevent a stress ulcer or curling’s ulcer (stress ulcer from burns)
given for pancreatitis
decreases acid secretions

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Famotidine

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(Pepcid) H2 antagonist
given to prevent a stress ulcer or curling’s ulcer (stress ulcer from burns)
can be given during dialysis because not filtered through kidneys
given for pancreatitis
given for peptic ulcer

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aluminum hydroxide gel

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(Amphogel) Antacid

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Magnesium hydroxide

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(Milk of Magnesium) Antacid

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ranitidine

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(Zantac) H2 antagonist
given for pancreatitis
given for peptic ulcer

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nixatidine

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(Axid) H2 antagonist

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esomeprazole

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(Nexium) proton pump inhibitor
decreases acid secretions
given for peptic ulcer

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30
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sutilanis

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(Travase) enzymatic drug - eats dead tissue (debridement)
Don’t use on face - can leave scar
Don’t use if pregnant
Don’t use over large nerves
Don’t use if area is open to a body cavity - cant eat organs

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collagenase

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(Santyl) enzymatic drug - eats dead tissue (debridement)
Don’t use on face - can leave scar
Don’t use if pregnant
Don’t use over large nerves
Don’t use if area is open to a body cavity - cant eat organs

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32
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silver sulfadiazine

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(silvadene) for burns

soothing, apply directly, if it rubs off apply more, can lower the WBC, can cause a rash

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mafenide acetate

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(Sulfamylon) for burns

can cause acid base problems, stings, if it rubs off apply more

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silver nitrate

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for burns

keep dressings wet, can cause electrolyte problems

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35
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povidone-iodine

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(Betadine) for burns

stings, stains, allergies, acid base problems

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Mycin drugs

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worry about ototxicity and nephrotoxicity *

so watch the pts BUN, creatitine for increases and watch if pt complains of hearing los

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37
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Always make sure _________ before you start antibiotics

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the cultures were collected

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38
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doxorubicin

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(Adriamycin) chemotherapy

used for uterine, breast, and stomach cancer

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cisplatin

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(Platinol-AQ) chemotherapy

used for uterine and stomach cancer

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40
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medroxyprogesterone

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(Depo-Provera) estrogen inhibitor

Used for uterine cancer

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tamoxifen

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(Nolvadex/Soltamox) estrogen inhibitor

Used for uterine and breast cancer

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42
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paclitaxel

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(Taxol) chemotherapy

used for breast cancer

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43
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leuprolide

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(Lupron) estrogen synthesis inhibitors
puts pt into a type of menopause
good for breast cancer because breast tumors are estrogen dependent

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goserelin

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(Zoladex) estrogen synthesis inhibitors
puts pt into a type of menopause
good for breast cancer because breast tumors are estrogen dependent

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45
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belladonna and opium suppository

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(B&O suppository)

given for bladder spasms

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46
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oxybutynin

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(Ditropan)

given for bladder spasms

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47
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docusate

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(Colace) stool softener used to avoid straining

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48
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leuprolide

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(Lupron) decreases testosterone

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49
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fluorouracil

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(5-FU) chemotherapy

used for stomach cancer

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50
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mutamycin

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(Mitomycin-C) chemotherapy

used for stomach cancer

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51
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Calcitonin

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or Calcimar
decreases serum Ca+ levels by taking calcium out of the blood and pushing it back into the bone
good for osteoporosis

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52
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Amiodarone

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(Cordarone) antiarrhythmic drug
used when V fib and pulseless v tach are resistant to treatment
also for fast arrythmias

can cause hypotension that can lead to further arrhythmias!

contains high levels of iodine and may affect thyroid function - so may sure discontinued 1 week prior to thyroid scan

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propylthiouracil

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(PTU) anti-thyroid
stops thyroid from making thyroid hormone
used preopp to stun the thyroid

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54
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methimazole

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(Tapazole) anti-thyroid
stops thyroid from making thyroid hormone
used preopp to stun the thyroid

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55
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(SSKI)

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potassium iodine - iodine compund
decreases size and vascularity of the thyroid gland (all endocrine glands VERY VASCULAR)
so given preopp to decrease risk of bleeding
Drink through straw - stains teeth

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(Lugol’s solution)

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strong iodine solution - iodine compund
decreases size and vascularity of the thyroid gland (all endocrine glands VERY VASCULAR)
so given preopp to decrease risk of bleeding
Drink through straw - stains teeth

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57
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Do not give beta blockers to who?**

A

asthmatic or diabetic!
Because can mask the s/s of hyperglycemia
Can trigger an asthma attack

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58
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propranolol

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(Inderal) beta blocker - block release of epi and norepi to decrease HR and BP
decreases myocardial contractility so decreases CO, so decreases workload of the heart
Also, DECREASES ANXIETY - why given to hyperthyroid pts
can possibly decrease HR and BP too much
make sure to check bp and pulse first!

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59
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radioactive iodine

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given for hyperthyroidism
destroys thyroid cells so now less thyroid hormone so pt becomes hypothyroid
Must follow radioactive precautions
Must rule out pregnancy first
Watch for thyroid storm(thyrotoxicosis and thyrotoxic crisis) - hyperthyroid x100 - could be a rebound effect post-radioactive iodine**

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radioactive precautions with radioactive iodine

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stay away from babies for 24 hours

don’t kiss anyone for 24 hours

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61
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Levothyroxine

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(Synthroid)
given for hypothyroidism
increases energy, HR, and BP

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62
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thuroglobulin

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(Proloid)
given for hypothyroidism
increases energy, HR, and BP

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liothryonine

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(Cystomel)
given for hypothyroidism
increases energy, HR, and BP

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Glucocorticoids***

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adrenal cortex steriods

  1. change your mood - insomnia, depressed, psychotic
  2. alter defense mechanism - immunosuppressed
  3. breakdown fats and proteins - children won’t grow regularly
  4. inhibit insulin - hyperglycemia, do blood glucose monitoring frequently
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65
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Fludrocortisone

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(Florinef) Mineralocorticoid - Aldosterone
Makes you retain Na and Water
Given for Addison’s disease
DAILY WEIGHTS are very important (keep the weight within 2-3lbs of their normal weight)

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66
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If pt on Fludrocortisone (Florinef) and gains 7 lbs over night what do you do with the next dose?

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decrease or hold it

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67
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If pt on Fludrocortisone (Florinef) and loses 7 lbs over night what do you do with the next dose?

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increase it

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68
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If pt on Fludrocortisone (Florinef) and has edema and increase in BP, what should you do?
Or if bp is going down?

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Hold the dose and call MD

increase the dose if decreasing bp

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69
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Will oral hypoglycemia agents work for type I diabetes?

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No

have to have insulin

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70
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glipizide

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(Glucotrol) oral anti-diabetics

stimulate the pancreas to make insulin

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71
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metformin

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(Glucophage) oral anti-diabetics
stimulate the pancreas to make insulin
HOLD 48 hours after heart cath** - worried about kidneys - reacts with contrast dye!

72
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pioglitazone

A

(Actos) oral anti-diabetics

stimulate the pancreas to make insulin

73
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sitagliptin

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(Januvia) oral anti-diabetics

stimulate the pancreas to make insulin

74
Q

Regular dose of insulin

A

0.4-1.0 units/kg/day

75
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Never give rapid acting insulin without

A

food at bedside

76
Q

Only type of insulin can be given IV

A

regular

77
Q

Basal/bolus method of insulin is

A

combination of long acting (Lantus) with rapid actiong (Novalog)

78
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Lantus

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long acting insulin, clear

79
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Humalog, Lispro, Novalog

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Rapid acting insulin

80
Q

Novalin N, Humalin N

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NPH insulin, cloudy

81
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Humilin R

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regular insulin, clear

82
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When have order for regular and NPH insulin which one draw up first

A

regular

clear to cloudy

83
Q

type of insulin for infusion pumps

A

rapid acting

provides a continuous (basal) dosing and on demand (bolus) dosing

84
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D50W given

A

IV push when hypoglycemic

85
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glucagon

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(GlucaGen) IM given when no IV access and pt is hypoglycemic

86
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anxiolytics

A

used for anxiety for short term use

87
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Meds used for OCD

A

SSRIs or TCAs (tricyclic antidepressants)

88
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anxiolytics can be given

A

every two hours

used for detox

89
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chlordiazepoxide

A

(Librium) anxiolytic

used for outpatient detox

90
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detox protocol

A

thiamine injections, multivatimins, and mg

91
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atropine

A

(Atreza)

given with ECT to dry up secretions

92
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Succinylcholine chloride

A

(Anectine)

given with ECT to relax muscles

93
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nitroglycerin

A

(Nitrostat) sublingual
causes venous and arterial dilution so decreases preload and afterload - so decrease workload of heart and decrease demand of O2
take one every 5 mins x3
pt will get a headache (don’t call MD - expected)
keep in dark glass bottle
Don’t leave because could drop bp and it not come back up

given for pulmonary edema - to decrease afterload to increase CO

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metoprolol

A

(Lopressor/Toprol) beta blocker - block release of epi and norepi to decrease HR and BP
decreases myocardial contractility so decreases CO, so decreases workload of the heart
can possibly decrease HR and BP too much
make sure to check bp and pulse first!

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atenolol

A

(Tenormin) beta blocker - block release of epi and norepi to decrease HR and BP
decreases myocardial contractility so decreases CO, so decreases workload of the heart
can possibly decrease HR and BP too much
make sure to check bp and pulse first!

96
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Carvedilol

A

(Coreg) beta blocker - block release of epi and norepi to decrease HR and BP
decreases myocardial contractility so decreases CO, so decreases workload of the heart
can possibly decrease HR and BP too much
make sure to check bp and pulse first!

97
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nifedipine

A

(Procardia XL) Calcium Channel Blocker
given for prevention of angina
decrease bp by causes vasodilation of the arterial system (dilate coronary arteries!)
decrease after and increase O2 to heart muscle

98
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verapmil

A

(Calan) Calcium Channel Blocker
given for prevention of angina
decrease bp by causes vasodilation of the arterial system (dilate coronary arteries!)
decrease after and increase O2 to heart muscle

99
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almodipine

A

(Norvasc) Calcium Channel Blocker
given for prevention of angina
decrease bp by causes vasodilation of the arterial system (dilate coronary arteries!)
decrease after and increase O2 to heart muscle

100
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diltiazem

A

(Cardizem) Calcium Channel Blocker
given for prevention of angina
decrease bp by causes vasodilation of the arterial system (dilate coronary arteries!)
decrease after and increase O2 to heart muscle

101
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acetylsalicylic acid

A

(aspirin) antiplatelet
can be given for angina
not for pain but to keep the platelets from sticking together so blood keeps flowing and more O2
can give after fibrinolytic
can give to high risk pts when stented to keep artery open and those in cath lab

102
Q

mucomyst

A

(Acetylcysteine)

can be given before cardiac cath to protect the kidneys especially if they have kidney problems

103
Q

Lidocaine

A

given to prevent 2nd episode of v fib

toxicity = neuro changes

104
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streptokinase

A

(streptase) fibrinolytic
dissolve the clot that is blocking blood flow to the heart muscle that decreases the size of MI
worry about allergies with this one! !
should be administered within 6-8 hours
major complication: bleeding! - so bleeding precautions
give peripheral IV
follow up with an antiplatelet

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alteplase

A

(t-PA) fibrinolytic
dissolve the clot that is blocking blood flow to the heart muscle that decreases the size of MI
should be administered within 6-8 hours
major complication: bleeding! - so bleeding precautions
give peripheral IV
follow up with an antiplatelet

106
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tenecteplase

A

(TNKase) fibrinolytic
one time push
dissolve the clot that is blocking blood flow to the heart muscle that decreases the size of MI
should be administered within 6-8 hours
major complication: bleeding! - so bleeding precautions
give peripheral IV
follow up with an antiplatelet

107
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reteplase

A

(Retavase) fibrinolytic
dissolve the clot that is blocking blood flow to the heart muscle that decreases the size of MI
should be administered within 6-8 hours
major complication: bleeding! - so bleeding precautions
give peripheral IV
follow up with an antiplatelet

108
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clopidogrel

A

(Plavix) antiplatelet
given after fibrinolytic
can give to high risk pts when stented to keep artery open and those in cath lab

109
Q

abciximab

A

(ReoPro IV) antiplatelet
given after fibrinolytic
can give to high risk pts when stented to keep artery open and those in cath lab

110
Q

eptifibatide

A

(Integrilin IV) antiplatelet

can give to high risk pts when stented to keep artery open and those in cath lab

111
Q

nesiritide

A

(Natrecor)
vasodilates veins and arteries and has diuretic effect
can give for pulmonary edema

stop 2 hours prior to drawing BNP for HF
will give false high!!

112
Q

ACE inhibitors

A

drug of choice for HF, also used for HTN
suppress renin angiotension system (prevent angiontension I to II)
results in dilation and increased SV
s/e: dry, cough, laryngeal swelling
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia

113
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ARBS

A

block angiontension II receptors and cause decrease in arterial resistance and decreased BP and increase CO
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia, hypotension, renal dysfunction
used for HTN and HF

114
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Digitalsis

A

(Lanoxin)
makes contraction stronger
slows HR - so more time to fill ventricles
increases CO - how know it works
increases kidney perfusion
before admin check - apical pulse!
all electrolytes MUST be normal!** especially K - k and dig bind to same thing so if hypokalemic then more dig binds and becomes toxic

115
Q

s/s of dig toxicity

A

early: anorexia, N/V
late: arrhythmia and vision changes - see halos yellow/green

116
Q

hydrocholorothiazide/triameterene

A

(Dyazide) diuretic

will decrease preload

117
Q

morphine

A

(morphien sulfate)
given for MI
also can give for pulmonary edema to vasodilate and decrease preload and afterload

118
Q

enalapril

A

(Vasotec) Ace Inhibitor
drug of choice for HF, also used for HTN
suppress renin angiotension system (prevent angiontension I to II)
results in dilation and increased SV
s/e: dry, cough, laryngeal swelling
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia

119
Q

fosinopril

A

(Monopril) Ace Inhibitor
drug of choice for HF, also used for HTN
suppress renin angiotension system (prevent angiontension I to II)
results in dilation and increased SV
s/e: dry, cough, laryngeal swelling
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia

120
Q

captopril

A

(Capoten) Ace Inhibitor
drug of choice for HF, also used for HTN
suppress renin angiotension system (prevent angiontension I to II)
results in dilation and increased SV
s/e: dry, cough, laryngeal swelling
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia

121
Q

valsartan

A

(Diovan) ARBs
block angiontension II receptors and cause decrease in arterial resistance and decreased BP and increase CO
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia, hypotension, renal dysfunction
used for HTN and HF

122
Q

losartan

A

(Cozaar) ARBs
block angiontension II receptors and cause decrease in arterial resistance and decreased BP and increase CO
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia, hypotension, renal dysfunction
used for HTN and HF

123
Q

irbesartan

A

(Avapro) ARBs
block angiontension II receptors and cause decrease in arterial resistance and decreased BP and increase CO
block aldosterone - so decrease Na and water and risk for hyperkalemia, hypotension, renal dysfunction
used for HTN and HF

124
Q

heparin sodium

A

anticoagulant

125
Q

warfarin

A

(coumadin) anticoagulant

limit green leafy veggies to 3 times a week (contain vit k - anticlotting) and foods high in potassium

126
Q

enoxaparin

A

(lovenox) anticoagulant

127
Q

dabigatran etexilate

A

(Pradaxa) anticoagulant

128
Q

lisinopril

A

(zestril)

will decrease bp

129
Q

ampicillim

A

(polycillin)

130
Q

ketorolac

A

(Toradol)

given for kidney stones

131
Q

ondansetron

A

(Zofran) - tx nausea

given for kidney stones

132
Q

hydromorphine

A

(Dilaudid)

given for kidney stones

133
Q

fentanyl patches

A

(duragesic)

134
Q

benztropine

A

(Cogentin) anticholinergic

given for pancreatitis

135
Q

diphenoxylate/atropine

A

(Lonox) anticholinergic

given for pancreatitis

136
Q

acetaminophen

A

(Tylenol)

never give to liver pt

137
Q

acetylcysteine

A

(Mucomyst)

give to liver pt instead of tylenol

138
Q

lactulose

A

decreases serum ammonia so used in liver pts

139
Q

octreotide

A

(Sandostatin)
lowers portal hypertension (high bp in liver)
internal organ specific vasoconstrictor

140
Q

liquid or tablet antacids for peptic ulcers

A

liquid to coat stomach

141
Q

omeprazole

A

(Prilosec) proton pump inhibitor
decreases acid secretions
given for peptic ulcer

142
Q

lansoprazole

A

(Prevacid) proton pump inhibitor
decreases acid secretions
given for peptic ulcer

143
Q

clarithromycin

A

(Biaxin) antibiotic

given for peptic ulcer

144
Q

amoxicillin

A

(Amoxil) antibiotic

given for peptic ulcer

145
Q

tetracycline

A

(Panmycin) antibiotic

given for peptic ulcer

146
Q

metronidazole

A

(flagyl) antibiotic

given for peptic ulcer

147
Q

sucralfate

A

(carafate)

forms barrier over wound so acid can’t get into ulcer

148
Q

polyethylene glycol

A

(go-LYTELY)

given for colonoscopy

149
Q

citalopram

A

(Celxa)
SSRI
antidepressant

150
Q

gabapentin

A

antiseizure

151
Q

zolpidem

A

(ambiem)

hypnotic

152
Q

diuretics will interact with

A

ace inhibitors
may promote significant diuresis; first dose of ACE inhibitors increases risk of “first dose” phenomenon due to vasodilation; combination of vasodilation and diuresis increases risk of orthostatic hypotension

153
Q

be careful with beta blockers with

A

asthmatics - will cause bronchospasms

diabetes - will decrease blood sugar

154
Q

Methylphenidate

A

Ritalin

155
Q

Aldactone

A

K sparing diuretic

156
Q

Ketorolac

A

Toradol

157
Q

NO grapefruit

A

antianxiety, ace inhibitors, anticonvulsants

158
Q

Buspirone

A

antianxiety

159
Q

Verapmil

A

Ace inhibitor

160
Q

carbamazepine

A

(tegretol) anticonvulsant
monitor urinary and liver function, CBC, platelet and reticulocyte counts;
never discontinue suddenly

side effects include dizziness, vertigo, fatigue, ataxia, worsening of seizures, confusion, headache, syncope, heart failure, arrhythmias, urinary frequency and retention

If pt on Carbamazepine is going to sx don’t discontinue, notify anesthetist because amount of anesthetic may need to be reduced because client is on anticonvulsant

161
Q

gingko, garlic, and ginger will

A

increase bleeding

162
Q

ziprasidone

A

antipsychotic

163
Q

if allergy to penicillin then allergy

A

to cephalosporins

cefaclor

164
Q

if allergy to aspirin then allergy to

A

NSAIDS

naproxen

165
Q

prednisone adverse effects

A

glucocorticoids
decrease bone density ( Ca and vit D)
hyperglycemia and glyxosuria
hypokalemia and hypernatremia
increase the risk of cataracts and glaucoma
Glucocorticoids cause sodium and water retention

166
Q

hydrochlorothiazide

A

diuretic

167
Q

lasartin

A

ace inhibitor

168
Q

quinapril

A

ace inhibitor

169
Q

with ace inhibitors avoid

A

potassium

170
Q

disculfiram

A

(Antabuse)

avoid any form of alcohol including over the counter cough and cold medications

171
Q

chlorpromazine

A

(Thorazine)

antipsychotic/antiemetic

172
Q

Prochlorperazine

A

(Compazine)

antiemetic used to control nausea and vomiting, anxiety;

173
Q

Hydralazine hydrochloride

A

(Apresoline)
fast acting antihypertensive; relaxes smooth muscle; side effects include headache, angina, tachycardia, palpitations, sodium retention, anorexia, lupus erythematosus-like syndrome (sore throat, fever, muscle-joint aches, rash)

174
Q

Diazepam

A

(Valium)

tx of seizures

175
Q

loperamide

A

antidiarrheal

176
Q

with statin drugs should avoid

A

being pregnant

177
Q

urokinase

A

used to break down a clot in an IV if need to keep IV

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