IVF/Digestive Enzymes
This type of solution contains large molecules that do not pass through semi-permeable membranes and remain in the vessels.
Colloid solutions
These are the three phases of general anesthesia.
Induction, maintenance, and emergence
This chemoprotective drug is used to prevent hemorrhagic cystitis.
Mesna
Macrolides work by inhibiting this cellular process in microbes.
Inhibits microbial protein synthesis and leads to cell death.
Clomiphene citrate is used in inducing ovulation for those who have infrequent or absent menstrual periods - what instructions should the nurse include in their education?
Instruct patient to take basal temperature daily. An incremental rise in temperature is an indication that ovulation has recently occurred
This medication is used to treat exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.
pancrelipase (Creon)
Propofol is contraindicated in patients with these food allergies.
Eggs and soy
This antifungal drug is reserved for serious, potentially fatal infections because it is so toxic.
amphotericin B
Adverse effects: often severe, with the most serious being multiple organ failure, respiratory arrest, and cardiac arrest.
This antibiotic can be used for infectious diarrhea caused by E. coli, but also for preventing hepatic encephalopathy!
Rifaximin
The calcium channel blocker nifedipine should be used with caution in combination with which other tocolytic?
IV magnesium sulfate - severe adverse reactions have occurred when used together
This IV solution can be considered as both hypotonic and isotonic.
D5W
The actions of this drug may persist after anesthesia, leading to residual neuromuscular blockade.
vecuronium
List three potential side effects of anticholinergic medications.
dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, acute confusion
IV vancomycin should be infused slowly to prevent this complication.
vancomycin infusion reaction (formerly known as red man syndrome)
In addition to oxytocin, name two other drugs that may be used in postpartum hemorrhage.
methylergonovine, carboprost tromethamine
This hypertonic solution is commonly used to decrease cerebral edema.
examples: 3% NaCl, mannitol
The nurse should closely monitor these two vital signs in a patient receiving dexmedetomidine.
BP, HR
Why might a provider order an EKG for a patient receiving nausea meds?
may lead to QT interval prolongation - risk for arrythmias
Your patient has been prescribed erythromycin and asks if they should take it with food or not. You would tell them...
Take PO form with plenty of water, on empty stomach, around the clock. Do not take within 2 hours of antacids or dairy.
How long should the nurse wait before starting oxytocin after last administration of misoprostol?
4 hours
This solution is considered first-line fluid resuscitation option for burn and trauma patients.
Lactated ringers (LR)
Isoflurane produces these effects in anesthesia.
Amnesia, skeletal muscle relaxation, and hypnosis
Cytotoxic antineoplastic drugs are typically held if these three labs are low.
Usually HELD if:
WBC < 2,000
Neutrophil < 1,500
Platelets < 50,000
Some of metronidazole's adverse effects may be remembered using to mnemonic NAAG - list what each letter stands for.
Neurotoxicity (seizures, ataxia, confusion)
Alcohol - interactions
Abnormal taste in mouth (metal)
GI (NVD, abd pain)
Use of indomethacin is not recommended for use after 32 weeks or for longer than 48 hours. Why?
Can cause constriction of ductus arteriosus, development of oligohydramnios