Wiki 1

Question 1

Most common side effects of antidiarrheal agents?

Answer 1

mostly though gi tract, constipation, abdominal distention, nausea

grey/black tongue and stool with Busmuth subsalicylate

Question 2

Probiotics should be given _____ antibiotic therapy is completed

Answer 2

AFTER

Question 3

Opiate antidiarrheal agents should be used ______ in clients with a history of substance abuse

Answer 3

cautiously and closely monitored

Question 4

Avoid the use of Pepto-Bismol in children who have recently had chicken pox or flu-like symptoms due to risk of ________

Answer 4

Reyes Syndrome

Question 5

What is the primary therapeutic outcome for all laxitive meds?

Answer 5

relief from abdominal discomfort and bowel movement within a few hours of administration

Question 6

What class of laxative can ALSO be used in clients with diarrhea due to low fiber diet?

Answer 6

Bulk forming

Question 7

Laxatives should be avoided in what type of abdominal pain?

Answer 7

undiagnosed, or GI inflamation (appendicitis or colitis)

Question 8

What affect may Metamucil have on the absorption of other meds?

Answer 8

may inhibit absorbtion of meds because it absorbs everything

Question 9

What is the black box warning for mineral oil?

Answer 9

rectal use only
do not use when there’s abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
stop use if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement within 15 minutes of admin
consult a health professional if pregnant or brestfeeding
keep out of reach of children

Question 10

What should be avoided when taking Miralax/Golytely?

Answer 10

chronic use
avoid taking with milk or antacids

Question 11

What drug class is most effective when taken minutes before exposure to an allergen?

Answer 11

antihistamines

Question 12

What drug class thins secretions to enhance the output of respiratory tract fluid?

Answer 12

expectorants

Question 13

What drug class should be avoided when a patient has a productive cough?

Answer 13

antitussives, counterproductive if cough is productive

Question 14

antihistamines reduce what three symptoms?

Answer 14

nasal itching and sneezing, rhinorrhea, lacrimation and conjunctival itching

Question 15

Which drug class is short acting and used in an acute asthma attack?

Answer 15

Beta Adregenic Brochodilators

Question 16

Full therapeutic benefit of what drug requires regular use and is usually evident after a few days?

Answer 16

intranasal corticosteroids

Question 17

3 nursing premed assessments before administering a Beta-adrenergic bronchodilator?

Answer 17

1) obtain and record baseline vitals
2) assess for palpatations and dysrhythmias before admin, notify provider and ask whether therapy should be started
3) perform assessment of baseline mental status (anxiety, nervousness, alertness)

Question 18

Patients taking a decongestant shouold consult their healthcare provider before taking if they have a history of what 3 conditions?

Answer 18

1) glaucoma
2) hyperthyroidism
3) prostatic hperplasia

Question 19

What drug class is used in long term treatment of reversible brongchospasm (COPD, bronchitis, emphysema)

Answer 19

anticholinergic bronchodilating agents (the tropiums)

Question 20

Misuse of what drug can cause rebound congestion?

Answer 20

nasal decongestants

Question 21

3 subclasses of antidiarrheals (animals openly poop)

Answer 21

1) Absorbents - pepto-bismol
2) Opiates - immodium AD, lotomil
3) Probiotics - lactinex