Pharmacology NUR3196 Exam 1 | Questions & Answers (100 %Score) Latest Updated
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Schedule 1 drugs are - Defined as drugs, substances, or chemicals with no currently
accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse.
Heroin, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), marijuana* (cannabis), 3,4-
methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA, ecstasy), methaqualone, and peyote
Schedule ll drugs are - Defined as drugs, substances, or chemicals with a high potential
for abuse, with use potentially leading to severe psychological or physical dependence.
These drugs are also considered dangerous.
Combination products with less than 15 mg of hydrocodone per dosage unit, cocaine,
methamphetamine, methadone, hydromorphone, meperidine, oxycodone, fentanyl,
dextroamphetamine, dextroamphetamine/amphetamine, and methylphenidate
Schedule lll drugs are - Defined as drugs, substances, or chemicals with a moderate to
low potential for physical and psychological dependence. Schedule III drug abuse
potential is less than schedule I and schedule II drugs but more than schedule IV.
Products containing less than 90 mg of codeine per dosage unit (acetaminophen with
codeine), ketamine, anabolic steroids, and testosterone
Schedule IV - Defined as drugs, substances, or chemicals with a low potential for abuse
and low risk for dependence.
Alprazolam, carisoprodol, diazepam, lorazepam, zolpidem, and tramadol
Schedule V - Defined as drugs, substances, or chemicals with lower potential for abuse
than schedule IV and consist of preparations containing limited quantities of certain
narcotics. Schedule V drugs are generally used for antidiarrheal, antitussive, and
analgesic purposes.
Cough preparations with less than 200 mg of codeine or per 100 mL,
codeine/guaifenesin, diphenoxylate/atropine, difenoxin/atropine, and pregabalin
Epinephrine dose/admin for adults - SQ/IM: 0.2 to 0.5 mg (0.2 to 0.5 mL of 1:1000
solution)
May repeat q5-15 min if anaphylaxis persists or q15-20 min for hypersensitivity
(Epinephrine [EpiPen] autoinjector provides a 0.3-mg dose)
IV: 0.1 to 0.25 mg of 1:10,000 solution infused slowly over 5 to 10 minMay repeat q5-15
min as neededMay follow with 1 to 4 mcg/min infusion
, for cardiac arrest,
IV: Initially, 1 mg; may repeat q3-5 min as neededEndotracheal: 2 to 2.5 mg q3-5 min as
needed
Epinephrine dosage/admin for children - SQ/IM: 0.01 mg/kg (0.001 mg/kg of 1:1000
solution).
May repeat q5-15 min
Maximum dose: 0.3 mg
(Epinephrine [EpiPen] autoinjector provides a 0.15-mg dose)
Asthma: Bronchodilators for adults - SQ: 0.3 to 0.5 mg (0.3 to 0.5 mL of 1:1000 solution)
q20 min times three doses, if needed
Nebulizer: Add 0.5 mL to hand bulb nebulizer: one to three inhalations up to q3h, if
needed
Side effects and adverse effects of epinephrine - CNS: Tremors, anxiety, dizziness,
insomnia
RESP: Dyspnea
CV: Palpitations, tachycardia
GI: Anorexia, nausea, vomiting
Adverse effects
CV: Palpitations, tachycardia, hypertension, tissue necrosis at IV site upon
infiltrationLife-threatening: Ventricular fibrillation, pulmonary edema
Albuterol for adults and children older than 12 years - PO: 2 to 4 mg, t.i.d./q.i.d.; max: 32
mg/d in four divided doses
SR: 4 to 8 mg, q12h
Inhaler: 1 to 2 puffs q4-6h PRN
Nebulizer: 0.5 mL of 0.5% solution in 3 mL of 0.9% NaCl in 5 to 15 min
Side effects and adverse effects of albuterol - CNS: Tremors, anxiety, restlessness
CV: Palpitations, tachycardia, angina
EENT: Dry nose, irritation of nose and throat
GI: Heartburn, nausea, vomiting, anorexia
INTEG: Flushing, sweating
