Therapeutic Outcome Flashcards
1
Q
Atropine
A
- Antidote to Tensilon
- Drying of secretions, increased heart rate, mydriasis (dilation of the pupil of the eye)
2
Q
Adrenaline (epinephrine)
A
- Tx anaphylactic reactions
- Vasoconstrictor
- Cardiac stimulator
- Bronchodilator
3
Q
Baclofen
A
- Decreased spasticity of muscles
4
Q
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
A
- Absence of seizures
- Decreased trigeminal neuralgia pain
5
Q
Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
A
Prevention of rapidly growing malignant cells
6
Q
Dalteparin (Fragmin)
A
- Prevention/treatment of deep vein thrombosis in abdominal surgery, hip replacement patients or those with restricted mobility during acute illness; pulmonary embolism
- Tx Unstable angina/non-Q-wave MI;
7
Q
Desmopressin (DDAVP)
A
- Synthetic vasopressor
- Helps to control increased thirst and too much urinationdue to these conditions, and helps prevent dehydration
8
Q
Dexamethasone (Decadron)
A
Treats:
- Inflammation
- Cerebral edema,
- Septic shock,
- Meningitis
- Acute exacerbations of MS
9
Q
Furosemide (Lasix)
A
Decreased edema and BP
10
Q
Interferon B
A
Decreased symptoms of multiple sclerosis
11
Q
Lorazepam
A
- First line anti-seizure med
- Decreased anxiety, relaxationd
12
Q
Mannitol
A
- Reduction of cerebral edema
13
Q
Myasthenia Gravis Drugs
- Pyridostigmine (Mestinon)
- Prednisone
- azathioprine (Imuran), mycophenolate (CellCept), and cyclosporine (Sandimmune)
A
- Pyridostigmine: Reduce secretions and improve neuromuscular junction
- Others: anti-inflammatory/immunosuppression
14
Q
Nimodipine (Nimotop)
A
Prevention of vascular spasm (subarachnoid hemorrhage)
15
Q
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
A
Absence of duodenal ulcers; decreased gastroesophageal reflux
