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Module 2 Flashcards

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What are adrenergic drugs?

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Medications that stimulate the sympathetic nervous system.

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What are adrenergic-blocking drugs?

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Medications that inhibit the effects of adrenergic neurotransmitters.

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What are cholinergic drugs?

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Medications that stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system.

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What are cholinergic-blocking drugs?

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Medications that inhibit the effects of acetylcholine in the body.

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List the characteristics of adrenergic drugs.

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  • Uses: Treat asthma, hypotension
  • Action: Mimic fight-or-flight response
  • Common drugs: Epinephrine, norepinephrine
  • Contraindications: Hypertension, tachycardia
  • Drug interactions: MAO inhibitors
  • Adverse effects: Anxiety, palpitations
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List the characteristics of adrenergic-blocking drugs.

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  • Uses: Manage hypertension, arrhythmias
  • Action: Reduce sympathetic nervous system activity
  • Common drugs: Propranolol, atenolol
  • Contraindications: Asthma, bradycardia
  • Drug interactions: Calcium channel blockers
  • Adverse effects: Fatigue, depression
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List the characteristics of cholinergic drugs.

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  • Uses: Treat myasthenia gravis, glaucoma
  • Action: Enhance cholinergic activity
  • Common drugs: Donepezil, neostigmine
  • Contraindications: Asthma, gastrointestinal obstruction
  • Drug interactions: Anticholinergics
  • Adverse effects: Diarrhea, salivation
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List the characteristics of cholinergic-blocking drugs.

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  • Uses: Treat motion sickness, overactive bladder
  • Action: Inhibit acetylcholine effects
  • Common drugs: Atropine, scopolamine
  • Contraindications: Glaucoma, urinary retention
  • Drug interactions: Antihistamines
  • Adverse effects: Dry mouth, blurred vision
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What is appropriate health teaching related to adrenergic drugs?

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Monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly.

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What is appropriate health teaching related to adrenergic-blocking drugs?

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Educate about potential fatigue and the importance of not abruptly stopping medication.

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What is appropriate health teaching related to cholinergic drugs?

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Advise patients to report excessive salivation or diarrhea.

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What is appropriate health teaching related to cholinergic-blocking drugs?

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Instruct on managing dry mouth and recognizing signs of urinary retention.

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What is the focus of assessment and management in relation to drug use?

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Various medical conditions related to the use of drugs affecting the central nervous system

This includes understanding how these drugs can impact different health conditions.

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Name a classification of medications that affects the central nervous system.

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Anesthetics

Anesthetics are used to induce a state of controlled unconsciousness or insensitivity to pain.

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What are central nervous system depressants and muscle relaxants used for?

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To depress the central nervous system and induce relaxation of muscles

These drugs are often used for conditions like anxiety, insomnia, and muscle spasms.

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What is the purpose of antiepileptic drugs?

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To control seizures in patients with epilepsy

Antiepileptic drugs help stabilize electrical activity in the brain.

17
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What types of conditions do drugs for degenerative diseases of the nervous system address?

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Diseases like Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease

These drugs aim to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

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What are psychotherapeutic drugs used for?

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To treat mental health disorders

This includes depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.

19
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What is the function of central nervous stimulants?

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To increase alertness and energy levels

These drugs are often used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.

20
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List characteristics of medications affecting the central nervous system.

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Uses, action, common drugs for each classification, contraindications, drug interactions, and adverse effects

Understanding these characteristics is crucial for safe medication management.

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What is important to include in health teaching for drug classifications affecting the CNS?

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Appropriate health teaching related to each drug classification

This ensures patients understand their medications and potential side effects.

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