Musculoskeletal Drugs and Labs Flashcards
1
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Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry
A
Diagnostic to measure bone mineral density
- T Score (-1 - -2.4) = osteopenic
- T Score (< -2.5) = osteoporosis
2
Q
Osteoporosis intervention goal
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Prevent Fractures
3
Q
Calcium and Vitamin D3
A
- Os Cal
- Citracal
1-1.5 g in divided doses
4
Q
Raloxifine
A
SERM - selective estrogen receptive modulators
- Mimics estrogen to prevent bone loss
5
Q
Alendronate (Fosamax), Risedronate (Actonel), Ibandronate (Bonival)
A
Biphosphates
6
Q
Side effect of biphosphates
A
Esophagitis
7
Q
How should you take biphosphates?
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- Take on an empty stomach
- First thing in the AM
- With full glass of water
- Remain upright/sitting for 30 min
Report difficulty swallowing, esophagitis
8
Q
Drug of choice for osteoarthritis pain
A
- Tylenol (acetaminophen)
9
Q
Drugs for osteoarthritis pain
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- Tylenol
- NSAIDs, celebrex
- cortisone injections
- hyalunorate injections (Synvisc)
- muscle relaxants
- weak opioids (Tramadol)
10
Q
Synvisc
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hyalunorate injections - replenishes sinovial supply
11
Q
Normal Albumin
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3.5-6 g/dL
12
Q
Normal calcium
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8.5-10.5 mg/dL
13
Q
Hgb Male
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13.5-17.5 g/dL
14
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Hgb Female
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12-16 g/dL
