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Ch. 25 Antidysrythmics

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quinidine (Qinidex), a class 1a sodium channel blocker, what are the adverse effects?   AE: CINCHONISM, cardiotoxicity, dizziness, DIARRHEA, strong anticholinergic effects--TACHYCARDIA!, GI upset  
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action of quinidine (Qinidex)   Wides QRS complex, prolongs QT intervals  
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Nursing interventions for quinidine   Give with food, tell pt not to change brands  
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Procainamide, a class 1a sodium channel blocker is similar in actions as quinidine, but what can it cause with prolonged use?   -systemic LUPUS erythematous -cardiotoxicity, QT prolongation, AGRANULOCYTOSIS  
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lidocaine (Xylocaine) a Class 1b is used short term only for ventricular dysrythmias. How do you administer it?   IV only (d/t large first pass effect), bolus followed by continuous infusion.  
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what are the expected SE of lidocaine?   PARESTHESIAS, drowsiness, confusion, toxic doses causes seizures and bronchospasm  
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What are the NI for lidocaine?   monitor continuosly, watch both pump and heart monitor  
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What drugs interact with lidocaine?   phenytoin, amiodarone, quinidine, procainmide, verapamil, beta blockers (all other antidysrythmics)  
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