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Pharmacology Flashcards

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Heroine, LSD and methaqualone are what category of drug?

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Schedule I

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Morphine, cocaine, methadone and methamphetamine are what category of drug?

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Schedule II

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Anabolic steroids, narcotics, such as codeine or hydrocodone with aspirin or acetaminophen, and some barbiturates are what category of drug?

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Schedule III

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Pentazocine, meprobamate, diazepam, and alprazolam are what category of drug?

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Schedule IV

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Over-the-counter cough medicines with codeine is what category of drug?

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Schedule V

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List the method of administration starting with quickest rate of absorption.

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Intravenously, intramuscularly, subcutaneously, orally

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Adverse effects of B3 (niacin)

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Flushing, redness of the skin, upset stomach.

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Adverse effects of B6 (pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine)

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Nerve damage to the limbs, which may cause numbness, trouble walking, and pain

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Adverse effects of C (absorbic acid)

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Upset stomach, kidney stones, increased iron absorption

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Adverse effects of Folic acid (folate)

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At high levels, especially in older adults, may hide signs of B12 deficiency

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Adverse effects of A (retinol, retinal, retinoic acid)

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Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, clumsiness, birth defects, liver problems, possible risk of osteoporosis

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Adverse effects of D (calciferol)

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Nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, weight loss, confusion, heart rhythm problems, deposits of calcium and phosphate in soft tissues

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What is echinacea used for?

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Stimulates the immune system; facilitates wound healing; fights flu and colds

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Side effects and drug interactions of echinacea

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Possible liver inflammation and damage if used with anabolic steroids or methotrexate

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What is Feverfew used for?

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Alleviates and helps prevent migraines; relieves pain of arthritis

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Side effects and Drug Interactions of feverfew

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Increased bleeding; potentiates action of anticoagulants

17
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What is garlic used for?

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Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol and triglyceride levels

18
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Side effects and Drug Interactions of garlic

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Increased bleeding; potentiates action of anticoagulants

19
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What is ginkgo biloba used for?

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Improves memory and mental alertness

20
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Side effects and Drug Interactions of ginkgo biloba

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Increased bleeding; potentiates action of anticoagulants

21
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What is ginseng used for?

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Increases physical stamina and mental concentration

22
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Side effects and Drug Interactions of ginseng

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Can increase heart rate and blood pressure; decreases effectiveness of anticoagulants

23
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What is saw palmetto used for?

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Helps with enlarged prostate and urinary inflammation

24
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Side effects and Drug Interactions of saw palmetto

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Interacts with other hormones

25
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What are the 7 elements of a legally valid prescription medical order?

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  • Patient’s name
  • Date and time the order is written
  • Name of drug to be administered
  • Dosage of the drug
  • Route of drug administration
  • Frequency of drug administration
  • Signature of the person writing the order
26
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Syringe size for an intradermal injection.

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1 mL TB syringe

27
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Syringe size for a subcutaneous injection.

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1 mL or 3 mL depending on dose needed

28
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Syringe size for a intramuscular injection

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3 mL

29
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Needle gauge for an intradermal injection

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25 to 29

30
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Needle gauge for a subcutaneous injection

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25 to 31

31
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Needle gauge for an intramuscular injection

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19 to 23

32
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Needle length for an intradermal injection

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0.5 to 5/8 inch

33
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Needle length for a subcutaneous injection

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1/2 to 7/8 inch

34
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Needle length for an intramuscular injection

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1 to 1.5 inches

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