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Sedative/Hypnotics
Parkinson's/Seizure
Anxiety/Mood
Analgesics
100
norepinephrine
What is the main neurotransmitter of the sympathetic nervous system?
100
this type of med produces sleep
What is a hypnotic
100
pill rolling tremors, slow movements and muscle rigidity
What are the three CLASSIC signs of Parkinson's Disease?
100
benzodiazepines, azaspirones and SSRI's
What are three classes of drugs used commonly for anxiety?
100
this type of drug is given to reduce or relieve pain
What is an analgesic?
200
acetylcholine
what is the main neurotransmitter of the parasympathetic nervous system?
200
Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines and Miscellaneous agents
What are three classes of sedative/hypnotics?
200
excess acetylcholine and deficit of dopamine
What is the neurotransmitter imbalance in the brain with Parkinson's Disease?
200
alcohol use, confusion/agitation, and jaundice
What are SER in a patient receiving a benzodiazepine for anxiety?
200
PO, IM, SQ, IV, RECTAL
What are safe routes of administration for Morphine?
300
tachycardia, palpitations, hypertension
What are side effects of adrenergic agents
300
the benzodiazepine's wide safety margin between therapeutic and lethal doses
What is the big advantage of a benzodiazepine over a barbiturate for sedation/sleep?
300
Carbidopa-Levodopa
What is the most effective drug for treating Parkinson's?
300
the interaction between MAOI's and tyramine containing foods
What should the nurse teach the patient receiving an MAOI about interactions with diet?
300
this drug is quite effective at quickly reversing respiratory depression due to opiate agonists, OPAs and propoxyphene
What is Narcan or Naloxone
400
hypovolemic septic shock, cardiac arrest, anaphylactic shock, nasal congestion
What are uses for adrenergic agents?
400
CBC and liver function
What should be monitored when your patient is receiving a benzodiazepine (labs) ?
400
to decrease the excess salivation and drooling, as well as to correct bradycardia, all caused by excess of acetylcholine.
Why might you give an anticholinergic med to a patient with Parkinson's Disease?
400
Frequent assessment of suicidal thoughts
What is a priority assessment area for your patient receiving any type of anti-depressant?
400
bleeding: gums, bowel, emesis, nose
What is a major adverse drug reaction that occurs with salicylates?
500
drying, decreased motility of GI & GU systems, dilated pupils (3D!)
What are the desired effects of anticholinergics?
500
hydroxyzine
What is the generic name for Vistaril?
500
it has a neuro-protective effect on the neurons in the brain.
What effect does Selegiline have on the patient with Parkinson's?
500
phenothiazines, Haldol, Seroquel
What are examples of antipsychotic agents used to treat psychoses like mania, delusions or hallucinations?
500
the effectiveness of an OPA is reduced if an opiate agonist is given first
When would an OPA be most effective at reducing/relieving pain?
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