po returns Flashcards
Nitroglycerin patch
hold?
class/common
yes-hold bp under 90s
Vasodilator It improves blood flow to the heart and decreases your chest pain.
Cardizem
hold?
class/common
yes- bp under 90 and hr less than 60
ca channel blocker Help with chest pain and HT by relaxing
Colace
Hold?
common
no
Laxative stool softener
Coumadin
hold?
class/common
no
anticoagulant prevents blood clots
Lanoxin
hold?
common
yes- hr less than 60
for heart failure
helps the heart beat stronger and more efficient
Glucophage
hold?
common
no
decrease sugar released by liver
Keflex
hold?
class/common
no
Antibiotic to treat bacterial infection
Lasix
hold?
class/common
no
loop diuretic helps get rid of extra fluid increasing amount of urine.
Lipitor
hold?
common
no
helps lower cholesterol
Lotensin
hold?
class/common
yes-bp-less than 90
ACE inhibitor
helps lower bp and increases blood and o2 to the heart
helps relax blood vessels
Prednisone
hold?
class/common
no
corticosteroid reduces inflammation
Microk
hold?
class/common
no
potassium supplement
helps replace potassium from diuretic use
Percocet
hold?
class/common
no
Opiate analgesic for pain
Prilosec
hold?
class/common
no
Proton pump inhibitor helps with heartburn and ulcers
valium
hold?
class/common
yes- respirations hold less than 12
benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures
