PSA Flashcards
1
Q
prescription review
A
background info allergies PC, PMHx, abnormal results dose, route, frequency, duration indication interactions / contraindication ADRs organ dysfunction (renal / liver) protocol / local formulary
2
Q
examples of aspects of prescription review
A
dizziness / hypotension confusion electrolyte disturbance organ dysfunction haemorrhage/anaemia dosing errors drug interactions dosing errors contraindications
3
Q
administration code
A
1= patient away from the ward 2= nil by mouth 3= patient refused 4= drug not immediately available on ward (further action required) 5= drug not available. trust-wide (frown own ward, pharmacy or other) 6 = omitted for clinical reasons.
4
Q
warfarin dose changes and INR
A
changes will be reflected in INR in 2-3 days (not an instantaneous change)
5
Q
levothyroxine- how quickly reflected in TFT
A
4 weeks
levothyroxine has a long half life and a slow feedback loop
6
Q
abnormal LFT
A
amiadorone
simvastatin
