Nsg 251 pharmacology - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

acarbose (Precose) - Correct Answer alpha glucosidase inhibitor -inhibits enzymes in GI tract, delaying digestion of complex carbs (starch blocker) use: DM2 adverse: GI upset, bloating nursing imp: doesn't cause hypo, must take w/meal acetaminophen (Tylenol) - Correct Answer antipyretic effects, no inflammatory or platelet effects used to reduce pain/fever may use w/GI problems additive effect w/other opioids IV: Ofirmev adverse: hepatic failure w/high doses and nephrotoxi...

NURS 251 PHARMACOLOGY

Type 1 Diabetes - ANSWERNo Beta cells. Insulin replacement Type 2 Diabetes - ANSWERBeta cells poorly functioning, damaged, or resistant. Normal blood sugar range - ANSWER70-100 mg/dL Hypoglycemic - ANSWER<70 mg/dL (50-70 mg/dL) Symptoms: Sweating, tremors, confusion Treatment: PO 15 c...

NSG 251 Exam 1 Test Plan 15 questions (each worth 2 points) over Module 1 (Chapters 1-8)  Define pharmacology o The broadest term for the study or science of drugs  Differentiate between chemical, generic and trade names of drugs o Chemical- describes the drugs chemical composition and molecular structure o Generic name or nonproprietary name- is used in most official drug compendiums to list drugs o Trade- proprietary name or trademark name  A patent lasts 17 years for a new d...

NURS 251 Quiz Pharm 2- Portage Learning/NSG 225 7NAX Pharmacology and Therapeutic Modalities IINURS 251 Quiz Pharm 2- Portage Learning/NSG 225 7NAX Pharmacology and Therapeutic Modalities II

NSG 251 Exam 1 Test Plan 15 questions (each worth 2 points) over Module 1 (Chapters 1-8)  Define pharmacology o Pharmacology is the broadest term for the study or science of drugs o Pharmaceutics is the science of preparing and dispensing drugs including dosage form design (enteral, parenteral (IV fastest, IM, subcutaneous , IA), or topical (eyes, ears, inhalation through lungs, rectal or vaginal suppositories)  Differentiate between chemical, generic and trade names of drugs o Ch...

NSG 251 Exam 1 Test Plan 15 questions (each worth 2 points) over Module 1 (Chapters 1-8)  Define pharmacology o The broadest term for the study or science of drugs  Differentiate between chemical, generic and trade names of drugs o Chemical- describes the drugs chemical composition and m...

NSG 251 Exam 1 Test Plan 15 questions (each worth 2 points) over Module 1 (Chapters 1-8)  Define pharmacology o Pharmacology is the broadest term for the study or science of drugs o Pharmaceutics is the science of preparing and dispensing drugs including dosage form design (enteral, parenteral (IV fastest, IM, subcutaneous , IA), or topical (eyes, ears, inhalation through lungs, rectal or vaginal suppositories)  Differentiate between chemical, generic and trade names of drugs o Ch...