Opioids Flashcards
1
Q
Co-administration of Opioids with CNS depressants can…
A
increase risk of respiratory depression
2
Q
Co-administration of Opioids with anticholinergic drugs can…
A
- increased risk of urinary retention
- severe constipation
3
Q
Example of Anti-cholinergic Drugs
A
Antihistamines
- Benadryl
Antidepressants
- Doxepin
Bladder control medications
- Oxybutynin
Ipratropium
Propantheline
4
Q
Signs of Opioid toxicity
A
- respiratory depression
- sedation
- pinpoint pupils
- physical dependance
- euphoria
5
Q
What is the antidote to Opioid toxicity
A
Naloxone
6
Q
Which laxative to avoid for opioid induced constipation
A
Bulk forming
7
Q
Which laxatives to use in opioid induced constipation
A
osmotic and Stimulant
8
Q
What are opioid withdrawal symptoms
A
- nausea
- muscle pain
- anxiety
- irritability
- flu like symptoms
9
Q
what is the dose spacing of breakthrough pain
A
every 2 hours, but max 6 doses in 24 hours
