Actidose - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Paramedic Drug Cards (2023/2024) Rated A+ ABCIXIMAB Trade name: ReoPro Classification: antiplatelet Actions: inhibits platelet aggregation Indications: unstable angina and non-ST-segment elevation MI Contraindications: bleeding, history of CVA Side effects: bradycardia, hypotension, arrhythmia Dose/Route: 0.25mg/kg by IV bolus Acetaminophen Trade name: Tylenol Classification: analgesic, antipyretic Actions: analgesic, antipyretic with little effect on platelet function Indications: fev...

Paramedic Drug Cards Latest Update 100% Pass Activated Charcoal Trade Name: Actidose, Super Char, Charcodate, Liqui-Char, Aqua-Char Classification: Antidote, Adsorbent Action/Effects: A fine black powder with liquid that adsorbs poisonous compounds to its surface, reducing the absorption. Indication: Oral poisonings Over dose of a non caustic or other burning poison Contraindication: Do NOT use in caustic acids, alkalis, irons tablets & lithium. There is NO value for the ETOH OD pt. Side Eff...

NU 314 pharmacology Exam Questions with 100% Verified Correct Answers 2024/2025 what is the most common poisoning - Correct Answer Acetaminophen what is the antidote for acetaminophen poisoning - Correct Answer Acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) what is an antagonist - Correct Answer binds to the receptor site and stops binding of other substances what is an antidote - Correct Answer an agent given to counteract effects of poison what is acetylcystein given before to prevent kidney damage - ...

Activated Charcoal Pharmacology/ onset of action - Answer- Binds and absorbs ingested toxins present in the GI tract following emesis or lavage Typically not effective unless administered within 30 minutes of ingestion Onset of action: Immediate Activated Charcoal Indications - Answer- Poisoning/Overdose (after emesis/lavage or in cases where emesis /lavage may be contraindicated) Activated Charcoal Alternative names - Answer- Actidose-Aqua, LiquiCharcoal Activated Charc...

Aminoglycosides -Use: Antibiotic -Examples: gentamycin, tobramycin, vancomycin, neomycin **Not all drugs ending in "-mycin" are aminoglycosides -IV or IM, only oral if for bowel prep -ADEs: Nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, photosensitivity, superinfections, c-diff -Peak level: Draw 15-30 min after dose is completed -Trough level: Drawn within 30 min of giving next dose Blood administration -Start transfusion slow (2ml/min). Remain with the patient for first 15-30 min. I...

Dosage Calculation Practice A patient has an order for Chloromycetin, 500 mg every 6 hours. The drug comes in 250 mg capsules. What would the nurse administer? 2 tabs A nurse is to administer 150 mg of a drug intramuscularly. The label on the multidose vials reads 100 mg/mL. How much would the nurse give? 1.5 mL A nurse is to administer 30 mg of furosemide (Lasix) to a client with congestive heart failure (CHF). The vial contains 40 mg/mL. Which is the correct dose to administer? 0.75 mL ...

Nancy Caroline's Emergency Care in the Streets PARAMEDIC 7th Edition: ADULT DRUG DOSES Latest Update A+ Activated Charcoal (EZ-Char, Actidose, Liqui-Char) - ANS-1-2 g/kg PO or NG tube. Adenosine (Adenocard) - ANS-6mg rapid IV bolus over 1-3 seconds from high IV site w/ 20ml flush. If no response after 1-2 minutes repeat with 12mg IV bolus Albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) - ANS-2.5mg diluted in .5ml of a .5% solution for inhalation in nebulizer and administer over 10-15 minutes. No max...

NLN Pharm Exam 83 Questions with Answers 2023 Aminoglycosides - CORRECT ANSWER -mycin, nephrotoxic, ototoxic, peak & trough Sulfonamides - CORRECT ANSWER anti-infective, bacteriostatic, hepato/nephrotoxic, Stevens Johnson Syndrome, drink lots of fluids, collect C&S prior Thiazide diuretics - CORRECT ANSWER non-K+ sparing, electrolyte imbalance, glucose intolerance, renal failure, take with food early in day tricyclic antidepressants - CORRECT ANSWER orthostatic hypotensio...

NLN Pharm Exam 83 Questions with Answers 2023 Aminoglycosides - CORRECT ANSWER -mycin, nephrotoxic, ototoxic, peak & trough Sulfonamides - CORRECT ANSWER anti-infective, bacteriostatic, hepato/nephrotoxic, Stevens Johnson Syndrome, drink lots of fluids, collect C&S prior Thiazide diuretics - CORRECT ANSWER non-K+ sparing, electrolyte imbalance, glucose intolerance, renal failure, take with food early in day tricyclic antidepressants - CORRECT ANSWER orthostatic hypotensio...

Acetaminophen Generic Name: Acetaminophen Trade Name: Tylenol Classification: Non-narcotic Analgesic, Antipyretic Action/Effects: Antipyretic Activity, Analgesic Activity - Inhibition of central & peripheral prostaglandin synthesis Indication: Fever, Pain Contraindication: Hypersensitivity Side Effects: Possible Sleepiness Adult Dose: 325-1000mg p.o. or Rectal (every 4 hours) Pediatric Dose: 15mg/kg p.o. or Rectal (caution on max dose)(Liquid Form) Max: 4gms per day Caut...