Pharm Midterm Flashcards
Schedule that is highest potential for abuse (heroin, LSD)
Schedule 1
Schedule that is highest for dependency (oxy, cocaine)
Schedule 2
Schedule that is moderate for potential abuse (codeine)
Schedule 3
Schedule lower for potential abuse and dependency (clonazepam, lorazepam)
Schedule 4
Schedule lowest for potential abuse
Schedule 5
Normal BP range
120/80
Slightly elevated BP range
120-129/80
Stage 1 hypertension range
130-139/80-89
Stage 2 hypertension range
140 and up / 90 or higher
Hypertensive crisis range
180 or higher / 120 or higher
Lifestyle changes for hypertension
Eating healthy, exercise, low salt, no alcohol or smoking, stress management
How do loop diuretics work and affect sodium levels
Block reabsorption of sodium
How do potassium sparing diuretics work and affect potassium and sodium levels
Block action of aldosterone causing water retention and the body retains more potassium and excretes sodium
How do osmotic diuretics work and affect potassium and sodium levels
Increase osmotic pressure, the water is no reabsorbed by the kidney and it is excreted out of the body along with sodium and potassium
How do you address medication contraindications
Read them before administering, read BBW, check med history, monitor for adverse affects
