Otc analgesics - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

definition of OTCs: : any drug purchased without a physicians prescription List 10 common OTC's: : 1. internal analgesics 2. cough and cold remedies 3. vitamins 4. laxatives 5. antacids 6. topical creams and ointments 7. sleeping aids 8. suncreens 9. antihistamines 10. anti-acne agents Who controls sale of OTC's? : -the government -the "Food and Drug Act" controls safety, efficacy, advertising and sale How is safety of OTC drugs determined? : -preclinical testing -post-market su...

Exam 2: Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers What are commonly used abortive therapies for a headache? - Correct ANSWER- -OTC analgesics -Ergot Derivatives -Triptans -Antiemetics Which OTC analgesics are recommended for management of headaches? - Correct ANSWER- - Aspirin -Tylenol -Ibuprofen -Naproxen -Excedrin Migraine

PTC 1 Midterm Exam Questions And Answers 100% Verified Module 1: Intro to Self Care (1.1, 1.2, missing 1.3-4) Module 2: Dietary supplements and Herbals (only did reading objectives lol) Module 3: Dermatology (hopped around) 5 core components of the PPCP in Self-Care - ANS-1. Collect: Subjective/Objective info, current medication (think SCHOLAR-MAC) 2. Assess: current status, goals of therapy, DTP's (Indication, Effectiveness, Safety, Adherence), resolution to DTP's, succinct rational ...

NARM MOCK TEST - MCU - CLNC 3050+MDWF3070/ EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, GRADED A+ The correct cavity that contains the heart - -Thoracic Best definition for "sterilization" - -killing all microorganisms What is the first condition to rule out when diagnosing amenorrhea? - -pregnancy Describe a neurotransmitter - -chemical signal that transmits information across the synaptic cleft Name 2 OTC analgesics that are "Ibuprofen" - -advil and motrin What route of administration uses ...

Treatment of OD (ASA) - activated charcoal, gastric lavage, laxative, or drug therapy for OD why is acetaminophen not good at treating arthritis? - It has no anti-inflammatory properties, so it is not useful in treating arthritis or tissue pain/swelling following injury Opioid dependence - Potential to cause physical & psychologic dependence Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) Combinations with nonnarcotic analgesics Roles of the nurse for opioid therapy - 1. Monitor Patient's condition & ...

11. A participant in a health fair has asked the nurse about the role of drugs in liver disease. What health promotion teaching has the most potential to prevent drug-induced hepatitis? A) Finish all prescribed courses of antibiotics, regardless of symptom resolution. B) Adhere to dosing recommendations of OTC analgesics. C) Ensure that expired medications are disposed of safely. D) Ensure that pharmacists regularly review drug regimens for potential interactions. - Answer Ans: B Feedback...

what is the fifth vital sign? - Answer-pain what is pain threshold? - Answer-level of stimulus needed to create painful sensation what is pain tolerance? - Answer-amount of pain one can endure without interfering with normal functioning. somatic pain - Answer-skin pain muscle pain tissue pain visceral pain - Answer-organ pain what are reasons for under treatment of pain? - Answer-lack of pain assessment health professional attitude towards drug seeking inaccurate informati...

HESI: NUR209/ NUR 209 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Medical Surgical Nursing II| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A – Fortis Q: A client returns to the unit following a craniotomy for removal of a brain tumor and is obtunded but arouses to painful stimuli. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to obtain? a. Drainage on dressing. b. Last administration of analgesia. c. Body temperature. d. Serial blood pressure and pulse. Answer: b. Last administration ...

ExCPT Exam Simplified 5: Questions And Answers 2024/2025 A+ What are OTC drugs? - ANS-drugs that can be purchased without a prescription What do analgesics drugs primarily treat? - ANS-pain What do most antacids treat and contain? - ANS-effective for treating heartburn, indigestion, nausea, and upset stomach. What do most antacids contain? - ANS-contain aluminum or calcium are preferred for patients with diarrhea, and antacids with simethicone are good for reducing gas and bloating What...

Over-the-counter (OCT) Medications Medications that are available without a prescription and are available in most cases without restriction. There are a few medications that do not require a prescription but are kept behind the pharmacy counter and ID is required for purchase. Medications that do not require a prescription but are kept behind the pharmacy for ID decongestant pseudoephedrine Pseudoephedrine when combines with other items can make Crystal Meth Medications that once required...