Medications Flashcards
1
Q
Lithium Therapeutic Range
A
0.6-1.4
2
Q
Levels of Lithium that would indicate mild toxicity
A
1.5-2.5
3
Q
S/S of mild Lithium toxicity (levels between 1.5-2.5)
A
- muscle tremors and/or twitching
- ataxia
- tinnitus
- blurred vision
- vertigo
- hyperactive Deep tendon reflexes
4
Q
S/S of severe lithium toxicity (levels above 2.5)
A
- elevated temperature
- decreased urinary output (renal failure)
- hypotension
- cardiac dysrhythmias
- altered LOC
- coma
- death
5
Q
Kava is contraindicated with amitriptyline due to possible ___________ damage
A
Liver
6
Q
Early signs of liver damage
A
- fatigue
- dark urine
- possibly jaundice
7
Q
Amitriptyline is broken down by the ________
A
liver
8
Q
Kava has been used to treat ______, but may increase _______
A
anxiety; depression
