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What are the indications of giving oxygen

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SOB, hypoxia, AMS, pain caused by ischemia

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What are the contraindications of oxygen

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no medical direction orders

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What is the route in which oxygen is delivered

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inhalation

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What is the action of oxygen

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increase concentration of oxygen in the alveoli

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what are the side effects of oxygen administration

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nausea, dry mouth

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What are the indications in assist a patient with their MDI

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treatment of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease, signs and symptoms of SOB, current prescription for rescue inhaler type MDI

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What are the contraindications of assisting a patient with their MDI

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Hypersensitivity, unconscious i.e physically unable to use the device, maximum dose reached prior to arrival, device not prescribed to patient, inhaler is a maintenance inhaler(for everyday use), no medical direction orders

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What is the action of a MDI

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bronchodilator

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What form does an MDI come in

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powder/mist

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What is the route of administration for an MDI

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inhalation

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What are the side effects of an MDI

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anxiety, tachycardia, muscle tremors, coughing

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How many minutes should one wait between administering doses of an MDI

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5 minutes

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What are the indications of administering Albuterol via a nebulizer treatment

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Treatment of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease, signs and symptoms of SOB, current prescription for rescuer inhaler type MDI

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What are the contraindications of giving albuterol via a nebulizer

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Hypersensitivity, unconscious i.e. unable to physically use the device, maximum dose reached prior to arrival, no medical direction orders

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what is the action of albuterol given via a nebulizer

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bronchodilator

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What form does albuterol take when given via a nebulizer and what is the route of administration

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a mist that is inhaled via a nebulizer

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what is the adult dosage for albuterol administered via a nebulizer

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2.5 mg in 3mL saline

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What is the pediatric dosage of albuterol administered via a nebulizer treatment

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1.25 mg in 3 mL saline

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What are the side effects of albuterol administered via a nebulizer

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restlessness, tremors, dizziness, palpitations, tachycardia, nervousness, peripheral vasodilation, nausea, vomiting, hyperglycemia, increased BP, paradoxical bronchospasm

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What should the flow rate be if an oxygen tank is attached to administer the nebulizer treatment
O2 tank or air compressor is required

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6-8 lpm

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What are the indications of administering ipratropium bromide via a nebulizer treatment

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treatment of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease, signs and symptoms of SOB, current prescription for rescuer inhaler type MDI

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what are the contraindications of administering ipratropium bromide via a nebulizer treatment

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hypersensitivity, unconscious i.e. unable to use the device, maximum dose reached prior to arrival, bromide hypersensitivity, no medical direction orders

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what is the purpose of ipratropium bromide administration

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bronchodilator

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what is the adult dosage for ipratropium bromide administration

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500 mg in 3mL saline

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what is the pediatric dosage for administering ipratropium bromide

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250 mg in 3mL saline

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What are the side effects of ipratropium bromide being administered via a nebulizer

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restlessness, tachycardia, anxiety, hypertension, chest pain of cardiac origin

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What should the flow rate be when administering ipratropium bromide via a nebulizer

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6-8 lpm

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what risk does administering ipratropium bromide pose

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may cause arrhythmias

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what are the indications of administering aspirin

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acute chest pain indicative of cardiac problems

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what are the contraindications of aspirin

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hypersensitivity, unconscious, unable to swallow, allergic to aspirin, evidence of a recent or current severe internal bleed, bleeding disorder; no medical direction orders

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what is the action of aspirin

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platelet inhibitor, analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory agent

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What is the dosage of aspirin that can be given

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162-325 mg; 1 adult tablet or 4 baby aspirin at 81 mg each

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What is the route of administration for aspirin

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oral or chewed(PO)

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What are the side effects of aspirin

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heartburn, GI bleeding/stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, wheezing in allergic patients, prolonged bleeding

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What is a caution when giving aspirin to patient

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anticoagulants: if they are taking any other blood thinning medication

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What are the indications of nitro

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acute chest pain indicative of cardiac problem

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what are the contraindications of nitro

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hypersensitivity, systolic bp <100 mmHg, intracranial bleeding or head injury, pt has already had maximum dose, pt has taken erectile dysfunction medications in the last 24 hours, no medical direction orders

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What is the action of nitro

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vasodilator

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39
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What form can nitro be administered in

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spray or tablet

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40
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What is the dosage of nitro and how many doses can be given

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1 spray or 1 tablet at .3 or .4 mg; a total of 3 doses can be given

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How is nitro administered

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sublingually

42
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What are the side effects of nitro

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headache, tingling under the tongue, hypotension, syncope, flushing, nausea, vomiting, diaphoresis, muscle twitching

43
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What are the indication for administering glucose

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Change in mental status, history of diabetes, BGL <80mg/dL

44
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What are the contraindications of glucose

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unconscious; unable to swallow, suspected stroke, nausea, vomiting, no medical direction orders

45
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What is the action that glucose has on the body

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raises blood sugar

46
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What form does glucose come in

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Gel, tablet

47
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What is the dosage of glucose and how many doses can be given

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1 tube or 15 g; up to 2 doses can be given

48
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How many minutes should pass between each dose of glucose

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5 minutes

49
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What is the route of administration for glucose

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Oral/Buccal(PO)

50
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What are the side effects of glucose administration

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Hyperglycemia, nausea, vomiting

51
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What is it important to remember before giving glucose
Hint: regarding airway

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patient must have a patient airway and be able to follow commands

52
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What are the indications of narcan

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Respiratory depression secondary to opioid overdose

53
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What are the contraindications of narcan

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Hypersensitivity and no medical direction orders

54
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What is the action of narcan

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competitive narcotic antagonist

55
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What form does narcan come in

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liquid

56
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What is the dosage of narcan and how many doses can be administered

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2.0 mg, 1 mg in each nare
Repeat dosing as needed until respirations are restored

57
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What is the route of administration for narcan

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Intranasal/Intramuscular(IN/IM)

58
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What are the side effects of narcan

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withdrawal syndrome, tachycardia, hypertension, dysthymias, nausea, vomiting, diaphoresis, combativeness

59
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What MIGHT happen if narcan is overused

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noncardiogenic pulmonary edema

60
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What are the indications if activated charcoal

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some oral poisoning and medication overdoses

61
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What medication overdoses can activated charcoal be used for

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aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen

62
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What are the contraindications of activated charcoal

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unconscious, unable to swallow, ingestion of alkali poisons, hydrocarbon, petroleum distillate, corrosive substances, cyanide, ethanol, iron, lithium, methanol, mineral acids, organic solvents, or heavy metals; simultaneous administration with other oral drugs, no medical direction orders

63
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What is the action of activated charcoal

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adsorbent

64
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What else can be in activated charcoal besides an absorbent

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a laxative

65
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What is the adult dosage for administering activated charcoal

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1g/kg: 30 to 100g

66
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What is the pediatric dosage for activated charcoal

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15-30 g

67
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What is the ratio of charcoal to water

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1:4

68
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What are the side effects of activated charcoal

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black, tarry stools, nausea, vomiting, constipation

69
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What is the administration consideration for activated charcoal

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many activated charcoal preparations are premixed with sorbitol, an artificial sweetener and laxative

70
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What are the indications of epinephrine

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Signs of severe allergic reaction causing airway, breathing, and/or circulatory compromise; anaphylactic reaction

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What are the contraindications of epinephrine

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None when used in life-threatening emergency, no medical direction orders

72
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What is the action of epinephrine

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bronchodilator, vasoconstrictor

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What form does epinephrine come in

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liquid

74
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What is the adult dosage of epinephrine and how many doses can be given

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0.3 mg and maximum of two doses

75
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How many minutes apart should epinephrine doses for adults be given

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5 minutes

76
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What is the pediatric dose of epinephrine and how many doses can be given

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.15 mg and only one dose maximum should be given

77
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Do Epi-Pens have a set amount of epinephrine in them

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yes

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What is the route in which epinephrine is administered

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Intramuscular(IM)

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What are the side effects of epinephrine

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Hypertension, tachycardia, headache, burning at the injection site, anxiety, sweating, pale skin, palpations, dizziness

80
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What MIGHT happen if epinephrine is given to a child

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syncope

81
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What is the main administration consideration when giving epinephrine to an adult

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consultation with medical control if the patient has a history of heart disease or ACS

82
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What is the indication for giving Benadryl

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Mild allergic reactions

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What are the contraindications for giving Benadryl

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Hypersensitivity, asthma, glaucoma, pregnancy, hypertension, infants, monoamine oxidase inhibitor(MAO) usage; type of psychiatric medication, alcohol usage, no medical direction orders

84
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What is the action of Benadryl

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antihistamine

85
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What form does Benadryl come in

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Tablet

86
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What is the proper dosage of Benadryl to administer

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25-50 mg

87
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What is the route that Benadryl is given

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Oral(PO)

88
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What are the side effects of Benadryl

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Sleepiness, dry mouth, dry throat; for some people Benadryl has the opposite effect and causes hyperactivity

89
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Can you still use Benadryl in the case of a severe allergic reaction, if so when

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Yes, after epinephrine has been administered

90
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What are the indications for Tylenol

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Relief of mild pain or fever, headache, muscle aches

91
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What are the contraindications of administering Tylenol

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Hypersensitivity, no medical direction orders

92
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What is the action of Tylenol

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antipyretic, analgesic

93
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What is the dose and form that Tylenol can be given in

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Tablet; 500-1000 mg

94
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What route is Tylenol administered by

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Oral(PO)

95
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What are the side effects of Tylenol administration

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Allergic reaction

96
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What are the indications for ibuprofen administration

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Relief of mild pain, or fever, headache, muscle aches

97
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What are the contraindications for ibuprofen administration

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Hypersensitivity, no medical direction orders

98
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What is the action of ibuprofen

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(NSAID)

99
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What is the dosage and form for ibuprofen to be given

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200-400mg in a tablet form

100
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What is the route of administration for ibuprofen

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Oral(PO)

101
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What are the side effects of ibuprofen

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Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bleeding, allergic reactions

102
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What medication could have a potentially harmful interaction with ibuprofen

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Aspirin

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