Non-opioid analgesics Flashcards
1
Q
what is acetaminophen?
A
Tylenol
2
Q
what is acetaminophen used for?
A
- mild/moderate pain
- fever=high temperature
- rheumatoid arthritis/arthritis
- gout
- PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE
- HEMOPHILIA
3
Q
acetaminophen NCLEX tips:
A
- can cause liver toxicity=hepatotoxicity
- DO NOT GIVE IF PATIENT HAS LIVER FAILURE OR RENAL FAILURE.
4
Q
What is the antidote of acetaminophen?
A
MUCOMYST aka ACETYLCYSTEINE
5
Q
what is used instead of nsaids to decrease bleeding risk?
A
acetaminophen
6
Q
why would acetaminophen be recommended in a child?
A
if they have a flu
7
Q
What indicates a high risk patient?
A
abuse alcohol
8
Q
during overdose what do we monitor?
A
AST & ALT
9
Q
What should be avoided?
A
EHOT=ETHANOL
ALCOHOLICS
10
Q
What blocks acetaminophen?
A
acetylcysteine
