NUR 3145 Exam 2 Test Questions and
Correct Answers
Opioids ✅*high alert drugs*
Side Effects: constipation, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness
Adverse Effects: respiratory depression, addiction, dependence, tolerance, withdrawal
Before Admin: Respiratory rate, SpO2, pain intensity, when last dose was given
After Admin: Respiratory rate, SpO2
*Constipation*, *Careful calculation for children*, *Cross placenta*
Opioids (Types) ✅morphine
hydromorphone
oxycodone with acetaminophen
NSAIDS ✅Side Effects: bleeding, GI ulcers, hypertension
Adverse Effects: induction of asthma, allergies, salicylate poisoning
Before Admin: problems with other NSAIDS, BP, stomach problems
After Admin: bleeding, BP
*take not an empty stomach*
*Cat. C*
*Cardiac problems in older adults*
Opioid Antagonists ✅naloxone
Reversal of CNS depression and respiratory depression because of opioid overdose
Drugs for insomnia ✅i.e. Benzodiazepine receptor agonists, Benzodiazepines,
Side Effects: drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, headache, GI discomfort
Adverse Effects: high drug levels (concentration w/in body), allergic reaction, potentially
addictive
Before Admin: other drugs, causes, liver/kidney problems, mental status
After Admin: VS, LOC
*Cat. D/X and B/C*, *lower doses in older adults*
Drugs for Narcolepsy ✅i.e. methylphenidate
Side Effects: Insomnia, diarrhea, tremors
Adverse Effects: seizures, abnormal heart rhythms, chest pain
Before Admin: check other drugs
After Admin: VS, seizure activity
*slow growth in children*, *lower doses in older adults*
Antiviral drugs ✅i.e. acyclovir, valacyclovir
Side Effects: headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting