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mod 10 test 1 ch 9 ch 15 ch 30

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analgesic   a drug that relieves pain by reducing perception of pain  
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antiinflammatory   a drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain that promotes healing  
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antiseptic   a substance that slows or stops growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as skin  
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antitussive   a drug that can decrease the coughing reflex of the central nervous system  
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expectorant   chemical that causes the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system;loosens and things sputtum and bronchial secretions for ease of expectoration  
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prophylaxis   tx given before an event to prevent the event from happened  
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tylenol's generic name   acetaminophen  
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tylenol (class)   antipyretic/analgesic  
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motrin, advil(generic)   ibuprofen  
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motrin, advil (class)   NSAID  
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benadryl (generic)   diphenhydramine  
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benadryl (class)   histamine blocker, sedative, antihistamine  
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pepcid AC (generic)   famotidine  
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pepcid AC (class)   H2 antagonist  
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metamucial (generic)   psyllium  
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metamucil (class)   fiber  
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imodium a-d (generic)   loperamide  
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imodium A-D (class)   antidiarrheal  
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dulcolax (generic)   bisacodyl  
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dulcolax (class)   laxative  
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what OTC items are limited to buy because they can be misused for illegal street drugs?   pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine  
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purity   represents the lack of contamination from enviromenttal factors of the chemical (drug) contained in the product  
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Potency   refers to the strength of the drug, measured in grams, milligrams, or micrograms.  
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bioavailability   precentage of a drug that is absorbed and transported to the site of action  
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efficacy   ability of the drug to produce the desired chemical change in the body, tested by placebo effect  
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safety and toxicity   number of adverse or undesirable effects from clinical trials  
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before a drug is considered safe...   the potential for adverse effects must be compared with the benefits  
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what is a monograph?   information about a drug that includes descriptive info about clinical trails, all side effects , appropriate dosing, reported interactions  
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who is in charge of recalls?   FDA  
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What is reye's syndrome?   a rare condition that can affect children and teenagers who have an active case of chickenpox or influenza  
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What do analgesic and antipyretic agents do?   help reduce or relieve pain (analgesic) and fever(antipyretic)  
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What can be used for an overdose of aspirin?   activated charcoal, decreases the absorption of the drug  
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Why should teenagers and children avoid taking aspirin for chickenpox or flu symptoms?   aapirin has been associated with reye's syndrome  
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What do decongestants and antihistamines do?   they dry out mucous membranes and open airways  
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what is an antihistamine?   agent used with allergic symptoms, blocks histamine (h1) that causes allergic reactions. common side effect is drowsiness  
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what are decongestants used for?   stuffiness and congestion of the nasal passages,allows release of mucus  
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what is the most common sleep aid in hospitals?   diphenhydramine  
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what are antitussive agents used for?   dry, nonphlegm-producing coughs  
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what is helicobater pylori? what does it cause?   a bacterium that causes the symptoms of heartburn. chronic pain in the stomach resulting in an ulcer  
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What do histamine2 (H2) antagonists do?   decrease acid secretion (heartburn)  
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What drugs are used for inflammation/pain?   ibuprofen (motrin,advil) naproxen (aleve) ketoprofen (orudis KT)  
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what is psyllium used for?   constipation and diarrhea  
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psyllium (generic)   metamucial  
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simethicone (brand)   Gas-X  
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skin type 1 :   burnes easily/ rarely tans, suggested minimum coverage is 20 to 30 SPF  
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skin type 3:   burns moderately/ tans gradually, 8 to 12 SPF  
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skin type 6:   never burns/ deeply pigmented, no spf coverage needed  
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benoxoyl peroxide is used for:   drying out of pimples or sores, available OTC  
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what prescription antibiotics are prescribed for acne?   tetracycline, erythromycin, and clindamycin  
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contagious,skin irritation, disappears on their own within 6 months   warts  
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whast are gential warts caughed by?   human papillomavirus  
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virus that causes sores and welts around the mouth or vaginal area   herpes simplex  
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what is the treatment for herpes simplex?   antiviral  
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Genetic skin condition that cannot be cured and may last a lifetime   psoriasis  
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how are skins burns ranged?   first degree, being the least severe, third degree being the most severe  
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what is anxiety?   feelings of apprehension, dread, and fear with characteristics including tension, restlessness, tachycardia, dyspnea and a sense of hopelessness  
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what is bipolar disorder?   depressive psychosis, alternating betweent excessive phases of mania and depression  
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what is insomnia?   difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep  
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what is mania?   form of psychosis characterized by excessive excitement, elevated mood, and exalted feelings  
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what is schizophrenia?   a group of mental disorders characterized by inappropriate emotions and unrealistic thinking  
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abilify (generic name)   aripiprazole  
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prolixin (g)   fluphenazine  
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risperdal (g)   risperidone  
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seroquel (g)   quetiapine  
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zyprexa (g)   olanzapine  
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cymbalta (g)   duloxetine  
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effexor (g)   venlafaxine  
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paxil (g)   paroxetine  
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prozac (g)   fluoxetine  
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zoloft (g)   sertraline  
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ativan (g)   lorazepam  
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librium   chlordiazepoxide  
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serax (g)   oxazepam  
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valium (g)   diazepam  
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xanax   (alprazolam)  
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who can write prescriptions for human emotions?   psychiatrists  
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thiothixene (B)   Nacane  
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amitriptyline (B)   Elavil  
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Tricyclic Antidepressants   amitriptyline, doxepin, imipramine  
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imipramine (b)   Tofranil  
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MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors)   tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil)  
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SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)   citalopram (Celexa) , paroxetine (Paxil)  
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bupropion (Wellbutrin) (I)   tx of depression and smoking cessastion  
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what do sedative and hypnotic agents affect?   CNS (central nervous system)  
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affect CNS to a higher degree than sedatives, cause sleepiness   Hypnotics  
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what is the main ingredient in OTC sedative and hypnotic agents?   diphenhydramine (Benadryl)  
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how are barbiturate differentiated?   the time it takes for them to work, short- to long-acting  
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diazepam (B)   Valium  
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lorazepam (b)   Ativan  
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oxazepam (b)   Serax  
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busipirone (b)   BuSpar  
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amino acids   macromolecules that make up proteins  
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atom   the smallest unit of an element  
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electron   the smallest subset of an atom that contains a negative charge  
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ion   an atom or a group of atoms with a leftover unbalanced charge  
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neutron   a subset of an atom that does not contain a charge  
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proton   a subatomic particle of an atom that holds a positive charge  
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what are atoms made up of?   proton , electron and neutrons  
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what are enzymes?   proteins that regulate speed of reactions, can speed up or inhibit reactions  
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hyperalimentation   nutritional supplements by intraveneous methods  
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what is contained in a hyperalimentation?   electrolyte, vitamin, and mineral replacement  
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Mg   magnesium  
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Mn   Manganese  
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P   phosphorus  
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what is the normal pH of blood?   7.4  
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what happens in cardiac arrests and what is used to treat it?   happens when body is unable to keep blood pH at 7.4 and becomes acidic. sodium bicarbonate is tx  
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