Outline for Final Exam Flashcards
1
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When is the medication DDAVP (Desmopressin) used for, and what side effects do we monitor for? What would you educate your patient on regarding this med?
A
1) Used for:
2) Side effects to monitor for:
3) Patient education:
2
Q
What is an example of a thyroid replacement drug and when is this drug contraindicated?
A
Levothyroxine (Synthroid) is a thyroid replacement drug and it is contraindicated in
3
Q
In a patient with hyperthyroid what medication might be prescribed? What is the mechanism of action? What are the adverse effects?
A
1) Propylthiouracil (PTU) might be prescribed
2) MOA:
3) Adverse effects:
4
Q
What are the different symptoms you would see in hyper and hypoglycemia?
A
1) Symptoms seen in hyperglycemia:
2) Symptoms seen in hypoglycemia:
