lpn pharm test #3 Word Scramble
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Analeptics uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | AntiNarcoleptic Provigil Increases resp. depth Depression, Amnesia Monitor resp rate and patter Teach patient to record sleepiness and narcoleptic instances |
amphetamines uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | add/adhd adderall unknown tachycardia, anorexia, N/V Give 30-45 minutes before breakfast, monitor effectiveness Teach stimulant avoidance, teach addiction effects |
anorexiants uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | weight loss didrex works on hypothalamus (appetite center) tachycardia, insomnia, nervousness assess effectiveness, monitor effectiveness and nervousness teach stimulant avoidance, teach about addiction |
Adrenergic uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | anaphylaxis ephinephrine (epi-pen) stimulates sympathetic nerves to divert blood to vital organs increased hr, glucose. HTN, vasoconstriction Monitor vs monitor for shock, teach to call 911 after self use |
direct acting cholinergics uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | Neurogenic bladder/urinary retention duvoid/bethanechol causes bladders smooth muscles to contract urgency, abd discomfort monitor retention, monitor bp, pulse, and I & O's Monitor for cholinergic crisis (weakness, severe cramps, jaw clench) teach i |
indirect acting muscle stimulants uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | myashtenia gravis Tensilon/edrophonium Prolongs acetylcholine activity increased bronchial secretions, arrhythmias, urinary frequency assess neuro function, assess for weakness monitor for effectiveness, teach s/s of disease |
cholinergic blocking uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | atropine blocks the action of acetylcholine in the PNS urinary hesitancy, dry mouth, tachycardia monitor s/s of condition and VS teach side effects such as:photophobia and drowsiness |
cholinesterase inhibitors uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | treats dementias caused by alzheimers aricept/donepezil namenda/memantine Increases acetylcholine by inhibiting its breakdown anorexia n/v/d, dizziness, ha assess preadmin. for aao/cog. reg. assess for mental and physical dont use w/cognex (liver)/r |
dopaminergics uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | s/s parkinsons sinement (carbidopa/levedopa) supplements dopamine in the brain muscle twitching, dry mouth, dysphagia, HA,dizziness assess med. effectiveness contra:glaucoma, maoi, antacids increase levedopa effect |
anticholinergics uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | tx s/s parkinsons benadryl blocks excess acetylcholine nervousness, urinary retention assess for nervousness and retention contra: glaucoma, ulcers, bph, myasthenia gravis |
COMT inhibitors uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | tx s/s parkinsons comtan/entacapone prolongs effects of levadopa dizziness, n/v/d, anorexia assess for: inc. HR, arrhythmias, HTN, dec. liver/renal function causes liver failure if taken with tasmar |
Dopamine receptor agonists uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | RLS mimics effects of dopamine in the brain N/V dizziness, hallucinations, confusion assess for mental state <3 disease, renal impairment teach client safety r/t orthostatic hypotension |
anticonvulsants uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | prevent seizures dilantin/phenytoin depakote/valproic acid klonopin/clanazepam depress abnormal nerve impulses in the cns nystagmus somnambulance, drowsy, gingival hyperplasia weakness monitor cbc and serum levels, teach oral hygiene: gingival hyperp |
bone reabsorption inhibitors (bisphosphonates) uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | osteoporosis inhibits bone reabsorption (osteoclasts) bone pain, dyspepsia, acid reflux give on empty stomache and sit upright for 30 minutes |
uric acid inhibitors uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | gout! allopurinol (zyloprim) inhibits over production of uric acid GI reactions, HA, urinary frequency monitor cbc,serum uric acid, I&O's, hepatic and renal function |
skeletal muscle relaxants uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | relaxes muscle spasms cyclobenzaprine/flexeril not known drowsines,somnambulance, blurred vision, dry mouth assist with ambulation, assess for relief contra:CVA, seizures, pregnancy, cerebral palsy,parkinsons |
rapid-acting insulin uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | diabetes humulin R lowers glucose level/inhibits glucose production in liver hypoglycemia monitor glucose, hypoglycemia, ensure client eats ONLY insulin used IV. teach storage and needle disposal |
intermediate acting insulin uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | diabetes nph lowers glucose level/inhibits glucose production in liver hypoglycemia monitor glucose, hypoglycemia, ensure client eats proper admin and diet, storage, needle disposal |
long acting insulin uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | diabetes lantus lowers glucose level/inhibits glucose production in liver hypoglycemia monitor glucose, hypoglycemia, ensure client eats teach storage and needle disposal, diet |
mixed insulin uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | diabetes humulin 70/30 lowers glucose level/inhibits glucose production in liver hypoglycemia/hypmagnesemia monitor glucose, hypoglycemia, ensure client eats teach diet, storage and needle disposal |
oral diabetic drugs uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | diabetes glucotrol/glipizide rosiglitazone/avandia stimulates pancreas to release insulin hypoglycemia monitor glucose, hypoglycemia, ensure client eats teach proper diet, not effective in type 1 diabetes |
glucose elevating uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | antihypoglycemic glucagon (emergency kit) stimulates conversion of glycogen to glucose by the liver hypotension, hyperglycemia monitor glucose, LOC, s/s of hypoglycemia decrease k lab values, only for emergencies, teach how to use and recognize the s |
posterior pituitary hormone (ADH) uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | diabetes insepidus vasopressin (ADH) secreted to conserve body fluid bradycardia, angina, edema monitor BP, Pulse, RR before admin Contra: renal failure, sensitivity to beef or pork |
anterior pituitary hormone (HGH) uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | promote growth (lacking hormone) somatropin/genotropin replaces deficient growth hormone hypothyroidism, insulin resistance, antibodies =drug resistance assess growth and development, monitor labs 3-7 doses/week SC, monitor GH, glucose,thyroid functi |
glucocorticoids uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | anti-inflammitory prednisone converted to prednisolone in the liver cushings (buffalo hump,weight gain, moon face) monitor electrolytes, mental status, s/s infections, glucose MANY!!! drug interactions |
fludrocortisone uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | addisons disease therapy florinef replaces mineralocorticoid deficiency edema, CHF, cardiomegaly, sweating, hypokalemia Monitor: VS before and during, Glucocorticoid levels MANY!!!!!! drug interactions |
thyroid hormones uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | hypothyroidism levothryoxine (synthroid) increases metabolic rate in tissues palpatations, tachycardia, fatigue, weight loss, N/V/D Monitor VS, assess S/S of hypothyroidism Must be taken on empty stomach, Monitor TSH levels regularly |
antithyroid preparations uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | Hyperthyroidism methyltestosterone/Tapazole Inhibits the manufacture of hyroid hormones Angranulocytosis, numbness, hair loss, skin rash Assess S/S, VS, Weight, side effects, Monitor for thyroid storm, tachycardia,fever. REPORT RESP. INFECTION STAT! |
androgens uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | hypogonadism (inoperable breast cancer) androderm/methyltestosterone develops and maintains 2ndary sex organs Males: gynocomastea, testicular atrophy, impotence: Females:Virilization monitor labs, virilization LABS: F&E imbalances |
anabolic steroids uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | anemia r/t renal insuff. nandrolone promotes tissue building mood swings,libido changes,test. atrophy, virilization, amenorrhea, gynocomastia monitor labs, vs, S/S, side effects Assess for roid rage, severe depression, aggression, monitor liver for t |
androgen hormone inhibitor uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | BPH dutasteride/avodart inhibits testosterone conversion to DHT impotence, decreased libido monitor: I&O's, urinary patterns, s/s BPH, ABD pain Women should not touch r/t risk for male fetuses |
estrogens uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | menopause premarin/congugated estrogen maintains female reproductive system bloating,cramps,weight gain, thrombus assess S/S Increase risk DVT |
progestins uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | Contraceptive medroxy-progersterone (Provera) inhibits ovulation edema, breast tenderness, weight change monitor weight, monitor menstrual changes can be given IM Q3 Months, test for pregancy before IM inj. |
combination products uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | menopause estrogen/progestin (prempro) female reproduction system/inhibits ovulation Bloating, cramps, weight change, thrombus assess menopause s/s, monitor weight increase risk for DVT |
Oxytocic drugs uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | start or improve labor oxytocin/pitocin smooth muscles stimulant for contractions arrhythmias, anaphylaxis, pelvic hematoma monitor contractions, BP/pulse, fetus HR might cause fetal bradycardia, uterine rupture |
tocolytics uses name action side effects interventions special stuff | preterm labor indocin/mg/indomethacin decreases force of contractions flushing, hypotension, flaccid paralysis r/t hypocalemia monitor vs, contractions, S/S or side effects MG contraindicated for eclampsia and w/in 2 hours of delivery |
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