Pharm Antiinflammatory, Non-Opioid & Opioid analgesics

Question 1

Acetaminophen mechanism of action

Answer 1

Prevents prostaglandin synthesis

Question 2

Acetaminophen side effects

Answer 2

Rash, GI distress

Question 3

Acetaminophen assessments

Answer 3

Liver enzyme tests for patients that take high amounts of acetaminophen

Question 4

Acetaminophen teaching

Answer 4

Toxic effects/overdose (hepatotoxicity) if more than 4 g/day are taken

Question 5

Acetaminophen contraindications

Answer 5

Hepatic disease, alcoholism, hypersensitivity, renal disease

Question 6

Acetaminophen drugs

Answer 6

Tylenol