185 Final Exam Review Meds:  Aspirin: Antiplatelet, analgesic, overuse can cause tinnitus, do not give to children (it can cause Reye’s Syndrome), used to prevent stroke and MI, CAN be enteric coated.  Heparin: Monitor PTT levels, antidote is protamine sulfate, watch for signs of bleeding, stop IV if patient shows signs of bleeding  Carbidopa/levodopa: Treats symptoms from Parkinson’s, you know it’s working when Parkinson’s symptoms lessen, adverse effects are suicidal th...

185 Final Exam Review Meds:  Aspirin: Antiplatelet, analgesic, overuse can cause tinnitus, do not give to children (it can cause Reye’s Syndrome), used to prevent stroke and MI, CAN be enteric coated.  Heparin: Monitor PTT levels, antidote is protamine sulfate, watch for signs of bleeding, stop IV if patient shows signs of bleeding  Carbidopa/levodopa: Treats symptoms from Parkinson’s, you know it’s working when Parkinson’s symptoms lessen, adverse effects are suicidal th...