NR566 Final Exam Study Guide | Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Rated A+

NR566 Final Exam Study Guide | Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Rated A+ When is it safe and not safe to prescribe progesterone (AKA: progestin) Not safe: if women has had a hysterectomy/pregnant Safe: A patient with what type of condition should not take echinacea? HIV immunocompromised patients tuberculosis AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER Adverse effects of ginger root have the potential to cause CNS depression and cardiac dysrhythmias. Excessive doses may also cause GI disturbances Adverse effects of Ginkgo biloba Mild GI Upset Headache Lightheadedness Side Effects reduced by reducing dose Taken precautious in patients at risk for seizures Adverse effects of Kava severe liver injury, hepatotoxicity Adverse effects of St Johns wort Allergic skin reactions may occur, especially in people allergic to ragweed and daisies. In addition, the herb may cause CNS effects (e.g., insomnia, vivid dreams, restlessness, anxiety, agitation, and irritability), as well as GI discomfort, fatigue, dry mouth, and headache. High-dose therapy may pose a risk for phototoxicity Alprostadil (for ED). Benefits of various routes The injection needs to be done by the patient or in ER setting: rapidly leads to erection, painless Intraurethral pellet insertion: can be done by the patient, an erection occurs within 5-10 mins and lasts 30-60 min. minimal side effects Alzheimer's. Rivastigmine Patient teaching can cause bradycardia, fainting, fall, and fall-related fractures. family teaching how to prevent fall at home