Unit 4 Pharmacology Guiding Questions Ch. 38

Question 1

what are some problems associated with CAMs

Answer 1

misconceptions about CAM safety
failure to report CAM use
lack of standards for quality and purity of CAMs
delayed use of conventional medications

Question 2

common misconceptions about CAM safety

Answer 2

a “natural” product is safer than other synthetic or manufactured chemical medications
you can exceed the dose limits of CAM because it can do no harm

Question 3

what should patient be reminded of when taking CAMS

Answer 3

CAMs are subject to all the same restrictions and potential problems as conventional medications

Question 4

why should all CAM use be reported?

Answer 4

CAMs can alter metabolism of other medications

Question 5

true/false: CAMS are subject to the same standards and purity as traditional medications

Answer 5

false, CAMs are classified as food or dietary supplements
the quality of CAMs may vary from product to product

Question 6

potential adverse effects of CAMs

Answer 6

not typically associated with severe adverse effects
can interact with conventional medications and indirectly increase or decrease medications effects
GI disturbances, headache, allergic responses, etc.

Question 7

what can occur with excessive or prolonged dosages of CAMs

Answer 7

can produce toxic effects on various tissues and organs

Question 8

therapists should look for signs that might indicate excessive us of CAMs such as

Answer 8

muscle weakness, incoordination, excessive fatigue, balance problems, skin rashes or bruising, neuropathic changes, and cardiovascular impairments