Other Drugs

Question 1

What is Acetaminophen MOA

Answer 1

inhibits prostaglandin synthesis in the CNS

Question 2

What is acetaminophen indications

Answer 2

Analgesic, Antipyretic and does not have antirheumatic actions

Question 3

What is acetaminophen ADRs

Answer 3

very few at normal doses

Question 4

What are acetaminophens contraindications

Answer 4

Hepatic disease (LIVER DISEASE) DRINKERS

Question 5

Patient education for acetaminophen

Answer 5

know symptoms of septic necrosis overdose (Early signs: N/V, diarrhea, sweating, and abdominal paint, Know the treatment of overdose (acetylcysteine)

Question 6

What is PREDNISONE MOA

Answer 6

glucocorticoid, decreases inflammation and immunity

Question 7

What is Prednisone indications

Answer 7

endocrine disorders, RA, systemic lupus erythematosus, IBS, allergic conditions, asthma, dermatologic disorders, neoplasma, suppression of allograft (transplant) rejection, prevention of respiratory distress syndrome

Question 8

What is Prednisone ADRs

Answer 8

Adrenal insufficiency, infection, glucose intolerance, osteoporosis and resultant fractures, myopathy, fluid and electrolyte disturbances, growth retention , psychological disturbances, cataracts and glaucoma, peptic ulcer disease, latrogenic Cushing disease,

Question 9

What are Prednisone Contraindications ?

Answer 9

cataracts, glaucoma, PUD, pregnancy, live vaccines

Question 10

Patient education for Prednisone

Answer 10

Highly individualized, determined empirically, long time use (smallest effective dose), plan your vaccine at least one month after your final dose of corticosteroids, prolonged treatment with high doses only if disorder is life threatening or has potential to cause permanent disability. increased during times of stress, gradual weaning, alternate day therapy

Question 11

Drug interactions with Prednisone

Answer 11

interactions related with potassium loss, NSAIDs, insulin and oral hypoglycemia, vaccines