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ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY MID TERM EXAM FOR NURS 6521 (LATEST) Anti-diarrheals - CORRECT ANSWER-Stops further occurrence of diarrhea. Notable medicines are Loperamide "Immodium", Diphenoxylate Hcl with Atropine "Lomotil", Bismuth subsalicylate "Pepto bismul" Pepto s/e: black stools and tongue Laxatives - CORRECT ANSWER-Used to ease or stimulate defecation Soften the stool Increase stool volume Hasten fecal passage through the intestine Facilitate evacuation from the rectum *Misus...

HESI RN PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS VERSION 1&2Which type of insulin has an onset of 30 minutes and a peak time of 2-4 hours? Choose matching definition Treats Parkinson's disease Patient may sweat May turn urine reddish brown Short aka Regular Acting Insulin: Humulin R Novulin R Velosulin Long Acting: glargine (Lantus) Clonidine (Catapres) Teaching: Self-monitoring of blood pressure is very important. Don't know? 1 of 155 Term What is is pro...

Furosemide (Lasix) - Loop diuretic Decrease blood volume **watch for signs of dehydration and "hypokalemia** **should be administered in morning** Glyburide (Metformin) - oral hypoglycemic agent **must check AQ check/blood sugar prior to administration** **watch for S&S of hypoglycemia** ASA (EC ASA) - 1. Anti-inflammatory 2. Anti-pyretic 3. Analgesic **do not administer in children under 12 years of age = Rye's Syndrome*** **can cause bleeding tendencies** **baby ASA-preventative ...

Anti-diarrheals Stops further occurrence of diarrhea. Notable medicines are Loperamide "Immodium", Diphenoxylate Hcl with Atropine "Lomotil", Bismuth subsalicylate "Pepto bismul" Pepto s/e: black stools and tongue Laxatives Used to ease or stimulate defecation Soften the stool Increase stool volume Hasten fecal passage through the intestine Facilitate evacuation from the rectum *Misuse comes from misconceptions of what constitutes normal bowel function Fiber Laxatives absorbs wa...

Absolute Neutrophile count (ANC) - -Determines if chemo patient is neutropenic -ANC < 2000: neutropenic -: mild - 500 - 1000: moderate - < 500: severe -Broad antibiotics used if patient is febrile until can determine what the cause is Acetazolamide, Dorzolamide, Brinzolamide (-AMIDE) - • Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor • Decrease IOP by decreasing aqueous production/secretion (GLAUCOMA) • Local SEs - stinging, blurry vision, tearing, photophobia • Systemic SEs - anorexia, pol...

Which of the following is FALSE regarding tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) and their management of neuropathic pain? 1 Cardiac conduction abnormalities limit their use in patients with arrhythmias 2 SSRIs have a superior analgesic effect compared to TCAs 3 Anticholinergic side effects limit their use in the elderly 4 Literature supports their use in post-stroke pain and pain related to spinal cord injury - ANSWER SSRIs have a superior analgesic effect compared to TCAs Among the following...

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - 1. Antipyretic 2. Analgesic *Can cause liver damage in excessive amounts or known liver disease ASA (EC ASA) - 1. Anti-inflammatory 2. Anti-pyretic 3. Analgesic **do not administer in children under 12 years of age = Rye's Syndrome*** **can cause bleeding tendencies** **baby ASA-preventative for heart disease** Amlodipine - Ca Channel blocker (decrease BP, heart rate) *may cause gingival hyperplasia Atenolol and other "olol" - Beta blocker (decreases BP,...

Relias Exam : Basic Pain Management (Hospice) Solved 100% Which of the following is FALSE regarding tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) and their management of neuropathic pain? 1 Cardiac conduction abnormalities limit their use in patients with arrhythmias 2 SSRIs have a superior analgesic effect compared to TCAs 3 Anticholinergic side effects limit their use in the elderly 4 Literature supports their use in post-stroke pain and pain related to spinal cord injury -Correct Answer-SSRIs have a ...

Main Cause of Cholelithiasis - Answer-Cholesterol stones account for most of the remaining 75% of cases of gallbladder disease in the United States. Symptoms of Cholelithias - Answer-Nausea Vomiting Right upper quadrant abdominal pain or epigastric pain that radiates to the right shoulder especially after meals when the gallbladder is stimulated to release bile. Patient Teaching for Cholelithiasis - Answer-The diet immediately after an episode is usually low-fat liquids. These can include...

Bulk forming laxatives Psyllium (Metamucil) action: mix with intestinal fluids, swell, and stimulate peristalsis. ed:Take with 8-oz water and follow with 8-oz water; do not take dry. Report abdominal distention or unusual amount of flatulence. Lubricant laxatives Mineral oil (6-8 hrs)/Glycerin suppository (30 min) --> facilitates passage by LUBRICATING the intestinal MUCOSA ed: dont take with meals Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unm...