Question 1

Pharmacology

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A science that studies the effects that substances have on living organisms, the nature of their chemical structure, how they act within the body, and how the body responds to them

Question 2

Generic Names

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The common names of drugs. They contain prefixes and suffixes that indicate the drug classification and provide some clues as to its use and functions. When a company creates a new drug for market, it gives that drug a generic name (names are always lower cased)

Question 3

Trade Name

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Are copyrighted brand names that often do not reflect the actions of the medication but rather are chosen bc they are easy to recant and remember. The first letter is always capitalized

Question 4

Analgesic

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Pain relievers

Question 5

PDR Nurse’s Drug Handbook

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A valuable reference guide for the massage therapist. This book provides an easy format for understanding individual drug monographs

Question 6

Physicians Desk Reference (PDR, PDR.net)

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Valuable tool for looking up individual drug monographs, but it is not as easy to navigate for the novice practitioner

Question 7

Drugs to Treat the Skin

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Skin is an area of particular interest to the massage therapist. The massage therapist must always be aware of conditions that might be contraindication for massage or for the therapists own safety when touching other people who might have areas of concern.

Question 8

Antipruritics

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These drugs are used to relieve allergic reactions that cause rashes and itching. They can contain local anesthetic, drying agents, or anti-inflammatory agents, such as corticosteroids and antihistamines

Question 9

Corticosteroids Bonus: what is the suffix for Corticosteroids?

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These drugs can be used locally or systemically to treat allergic skin reactions and inflammation. They are also used topically to treat eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis Bonus: cort-

Question 10

Emollients and Demulcents

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These topicals are used to soothe or protect the skin. Generally, there are no side effects, although the potential for an allergic reaction always exists

Question 11

Antifungal

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These drugs are used in the treatment of candidiasis (vaginal, intestinal, systemic), aphtha (thrush), ringworm, or athlete’s foot.

Question 12

Antiviral

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Used in treatments of herpes simplex (cold sores, genital herpes, herpes zester (shingles),or varicella zoster (chicken pox). Treatments can be topical or oral

Question 13

Antibacterial

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3 OTC topical antibacterial meds. Those having a systemic effect and the potential for serious side effects are available only by prescription. Therapists should look up these medications for more information

Question 14

Musculoskeletal and Anti- Inflammatory Drugs

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Generally, prescription drugs that are used to treat these problems fall into three categories: muscle relaxants, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), and corticosteroids

Question 15

Skeletal Muscle Relaxants

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Used to treat pain, spasms, muscle contraction, and restricted range of motion. Generally, acute back and neck problems are treated medically with a combination of muscle relaxants, bed rest, physical therapy, massage therapy, and analgesic

Question 16

Nonsteroidal AntiInflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS)

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used to treat inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, gout, muscle strains and sprains, and spondylitis. They work by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, chemicals that create much of the inflammation and pain associated with conditions such as rheumatism, aches and pain and sprains.

Question 17

edit: Gastrointestinal Medicastions

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Can be grouped into 11 categories based on their various actions in the body. Disturbances of the GI system are among the most common complaints of clients and one of the main areas where clients self medicate

Question 18

Respiratory System Medications and Antihistamines

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Main classification of respiratory system drugs are bronchodilators, corticosteroids, mycolytics, expectorants, and antitussive

Question 19

Bronchodilators Bonus: what does “broncho” mean?

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Drugs act by alleviating bronchospasms and increasing the capacity of the lungs. These medications are used to treat acute respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Bonus: “breathing tubes; windpipes”

Question 20

Antihistamines

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Drugs that provide relief from the symptoms of allergic reactions caused by histamine responses, such as inflammation, itching, and edema. They are also used to assist in treatment of anaphylactic shock after the acute stage has been treated

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