Week 6/Week7 Meds Flashcards
What are the indications of aspirin
prevent/treat MI,
prevent ischemic stroke
Black box warnings for Apixaban (Eliquis) & Rivaroxaban (Xarelto
Spinal hematomas if patient has epidural catheter
Risk of thrombosis if drugs ABRUPTLY stopped
Warfarin nursing considerations
Monitor and teach signs of bleeding
hold before surgeries
monitor labs
MANY drug interactions
Food interactions
Avoid alcohol
Weat medic alert bracelet, use soft toothbrush,
antidote for Apixaban (Eliquis) & Rivaroxaban (Xarelto
andexxa
(recombinant factor Xa, inactivated-zhzo)
Therapeutic use of optic-topical beta blockers
Open-angle glaucoma maintenance treatment
If acute-angle closure– need drops asap and other interventions
Indications of oxybutynin
overactive bladder, incontinence
Adverse effects of Tamsulosin
Well tolerated
Abnormal ejaculation
Route of Clopidogrel & Ticagrelor
PO
what are the adverse effects on enoxaparin
bleeding
thromboxytopenia
Can also cause HIT
What is aspirin
NSAID -
Blocks prostaglandin synthesis through the COX enzyme pathways
Ticagelor Black Box Warning
Increased bleeding risk risk with aspirin doses over 100mg
how is protamine given
IV
slowly
pushing can drop BP
What is the antidote for Enoxaparin
protamine
Conjunctivitis “pink eye” VIRAL TREATMENT
Topical steroids provide temporary relief
Antivirals are ineffective
How frequently do we monitor patients on warfarin for therapeutic effect
MONTHLY
can you give Apixaban & rivaroxaban in conjunction with other anticoagulants
NO
safety issues with sildenafil
Do not take if you are taking any nitrates
If you have chest pain or other signs of a heart attack during sex, stop and call 911
Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes, sudden loss of hearing
No more than once per day
Priapism - erection is painful or lasts more than 4 hours - medical emergency
Indication of Dutasteride (Avodart)
Mechanical obstruction of urethra
Argatroban should be cautioned in patients with what
hepatic dysfunction
Cautions of sildenafil
preexisting CV disease if on nitrate Rx
hypotension
T/F oxybutynin can be in extended release forms
TRUE
What can you do in an acute event with aspirin
Chew a baby aspirin but cannot be enteric coated
Adverse effects of emollients
skin rashes, decreased absorption of vitamins
MOA of Dutasteride
Blocks conversion of testosterone to DHT (alpha 1 &2 receptors)
Decreases epithelial tissue in prostate
uses of mineral oil
fecal impactions
Uses of stimulant laxatives
OTC for constipation or whole bowel evacuation
How laxative treatment is prioritized
Individualized by:
Age
Severity
Contributing factors
Adverse effect of dorzolamide
Stinging
Bitter taste
Allergic reactions (conjunctiva or lid reactions)
What are laxatives used for
treatment of constipation
route of docusate sodium
PO
uses of docusate sodium
prevent opioid-induced constipation
routes of hydrocortisone
PO
IV
Reason for low molecular weight heparin
takes large unfractionated heparin moleculaes and cleaves them into smaller fragments and this makes them have greater affinity to factor X-a making them bioavailable and have a longer half life
MOA of Tamsulosin
Relaxes smooth muscle cells
Selective for alpha receptors in the prostate
Class for dorzolamide (Trusopt)
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
What do we do for acute angle crisis
must treat with surgical intervention
Different groups of diarrheals
Adsorbants
Antimotility (anticholinergics and opiates)
Probiotics
Timing of sildenafil
up to 4 hours before ssexual activity (onset 30-60 minutes)
Adverse effects of psyllium
Impaction above strictures
Fluid/electrolyte imbalance
Gas formation
Esophageal blockage
mirabegron(Myrbetriq) class
Antispasmotic (urinary)
What 5 things do we monitor for when giving heparin
vital signs,
bruising,
petechiae,
hematomas,
black tarry stools
indications of Warfarin (3)
prevention VTE/DVT/PE,
thrombotic events for patients with afib or heart valves,
reduce recurrence of TIA or MI
MOA of bismuth subsalicylate
coats the walls of the GI tract
Bind the causative agent for elimination
Conjunctivitis “pink eye” ALLERGIC TREATMENT
Artificial tears, topical antihistamines, or steroids
What is the antidote for Aspirin
DDAVP (Desmopressin)
what is the 1 mineral corticoid
Fludrocortisone (Florinef)
MOA of optic-topical beta blockers
Block sympathetic nervous system stimulation of beta receptors
prednisone can be used for
COPD
Chronic disease states
How do we dose IV heparin
based on clotting time labs
Contraindications of Clopidogrel (Plavix) & Ticagrelor (Brilinta)
thrombocytopenia,
active bleeding,
blood cancers,
traumatic injuries,
GI ulcers,
vitamin K deficiency,
recent hemorrhagic stroke
What are anticoagulants
Inhibit the action or formation of the clotting factors
PREVENT clots
T/F meds can be injected into the eye for macular degeneration
TRUE
Hyperosomtic drugs
glycerin
lactulose
polyethylene glycol
T/F Heparin is a HIGH-RISK MED
True - must double check with other RN prior to rate changes and boluses
What patients do we use caution when giving Heparin
patients with spinal or epidural anesthesia
Drugs used to treat Diarrhea
Anti-diarrheals
Hydrocortisone
synthetic, identical to cortisol
some Mineral corticoid (MCC) action
action of epinephrine
Inhibits release of mediators from mast cells
Major Side/Adverse Effects of Epinephrine
CV: Angina, arrhythmias, hypertension, tachycardia
CNS: Nervousness, restlessness, tremor
What is the class for Heparin and LMWH (Enoxaparin)
Heparins
MOA for phenazopyridine (Pyridium)
dye used in paint, local analgesic action
goal of steroid replacement
Mimic physiologic levels
MUST increase dose in times of stress
Adverse effects of saline laxatives
Magnesium toxicity
Electrolyte imbalance
Cramping, diarrhea
Dutasteride (Avodart) Class
5-α reductase inhibitors
2 Thrombin Inhibitors
argatroban
bivalrudin
What does aspirin block
Platelet aggregation
Indication of Finasteride (Proscar)
Mechanical obstruction of urethra
Steroids can be given for 3 reasons
Replacement
Anti-inflammatory
Immunosuppression
What is the onset of warfarin
24 hrs
Are labs necessary for Enoxaparin
No
Finasteride adverse effects
Impotence
Decreased libido (5-10%)
Gynecomastia
nursing considerations for aspirin
Don’t crush enteric coated
OTC medication considerations
Reye’s syndrome: children with a virus NO ASPIRIN
class of Oxybutynin (Oxytrol)
anti-cholinergic
Nursing implications for epi dosing
Correct dose is crucial
Overdose can be FATAL
Have coworker recheck dose
For subcu use – use TB syringe
MOA of antimotility drugs
Slow peristalsis
Drying effect*
Therapeutic use for phenazopyridine
relief of pain due to UTI
Route of Heparin
Only given parental (IV or SQ)
what does aspirin prevent
platelets from clumping together
what patients do we use caution when giving enoxaparin
patients with spinal or epidural anesthesia
what is the anti-dote for Heparin
Protamine Sulfate
Normal INR value without warfarin
about 1
Dosage of Epinephrine
Adults: 0.2 to 1 mg
Peds: 0.01/mg/kg
Side/Adverse Effects of phenazopyridine
Well tolerated
REDDISH-ORANGE URINE
Therapeutic value with warfarin
2-3.5
what protocol is heparin given
weight-based in kg
Adverse reactions of mirabegron(Myrbetriq)
HTN*
Urinary retention
UTI
Headache
Characteristics for Fludrocortisone (Florinef)
Only mineralocorticoid replacement
May be needed with GCC replacement
Salt wasting (inability to maintain Na+ levels, K+ levels high despite adequate renal function)
Class of Sildenafil (Viagra)
PDE-5 Inhibitors
5 Nursing considerations for Enoxaparin
Don’t give with really any other anticoagulants except oral warfarin when treating PE or DVT
Given in pre-filled syringes easy to administer and teach to give at home
Do not expel the air bubble: will remain in plunger to ensure whole dose is given
Slower onset of action
compared to heparin but LONGER half-life
Rotate injection sites
Side effects of Clopidogrel & Ticagrelor
chest pain,
edema,
flu-like symptoms,
abdominal pain,
diarrhea,
nausea,
epistaxis,
rash,pruritus
What do we monitor for in Epinephrine
Vital signs closely!
Status for reversal of symptoms