ChE of choice - CORRECT ANSWER-pyridostigmine
*Eat meals 45 mins after
*Do not take with depressants, magnesium, or neomycin
Cholinergic crisis - CORRECT ANSWER--Too much medication
-N&V, diarrhea, cramps, hypotension, bradycardia, blurred vision, hypersecretion
(SLUD)
-Symptoms worsen with edrophonium test (Tensilon) -Atropine to reverse
-Respiratory support may be needed
Myasthenic Crisis - CORRECT ANSWER-an acute exacerbation of disease caused by
inadequate amount of meds, infection, fatigue or stress.
*S&S: increased HR, BP, incontinence, decreased urine output
*Symptoms improve with edrophonium test (Tensilon)
general anesthesia IV is contraindicated with - CORRECT ANSWER-Liver & Kidney
disease
an allergy to egg, peanut, or soy - CORRECT ANSWER-Propofol (Dipirivan)
If the client has an allergy to metal or nickel, they will need - CORRECT ANSWER-
titanium
an allergy to avocado, banana, kiwi, strawberry - CORRECT ANSWER-Latex
an allergy to shellfish - CORRECT ANSWER-Povidone-iodine (Betadine)
serosanguineous drainage beyond the 5th day post-Op - CORRECT ANSWER-possible
sign of dehiscence
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller TIFFACADEMICS. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.