Antineoplastics
Name one of medication used in pre-treatment for paclitaxel.
Dexamethasone, diphenhydramine, famotidine
Which pain medication is appropriate for a patient taking warfarin?
Acetaminophen
Fibrin
What type of medication is guiafensin?
Expectorant
Which factor do you use as replacement for Hemophilia B?
Factor IX
Which medication is the antidote to methotrexate?
Leucovorin
What is an important nursing consideration for a patient on clopidogrel with an upcoming surgery?
Need to notify surgeon that patient is on clopidogrel due to it needing to be help
Which pathway does warfarin work on?
Extrinsic
Which tool can a patient use if they are having a hard time administering their inhaler?
What is the MOA of vitamin B12?
Replace endogenous B12 for cell growth, RBC strength, & maintenance of myelin sheath in nerve tissue
What is the MOA of filgrastim?
Stimulates production of granulocytes to fight infection
In general, how do anticoagulants work?
Interfere with clotting cascade, prevent blood clots from forming and extending
Which pathway does heparin work on?
Intrinsic
What are SLUDGEs?
Salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, GI distress/abd cramping, emesis, slow HR
What is the goal hemoglobin range for a patient on epoetin alpha?
10-12
Bleomycin has two rare adverse effects. One is anaphylaxis and the second is _______________.
Pulmonary fibrosis
Which lab do you monitor for HIT?
Platelets
Blood clot = ______ + _______
Platelet plug and fibrin
What are s/s of toxicity for patients on theophylline?
Hypotension, cardiac dysrhythmias, SZ, brain damage and death
The nurse is caring for a patient on enoxaparin. The provider orders 1mg/kg. The patient weighs 165 lbs. How many milligrams will the patient receive? (Round to the nearest whole number)
75 mg
Name two nursing considerations for a patient taking paclitaxel.
Assess IV Q1, no rectal temps, no IM medications, no ASA, encourage fluids (at least 3L), no IM immunizations
Which medication do you change to once a patient develops HIT?
Argatroban
Where do new anticoagulant medications work?
Factor X/Common pathway
What is a patient at risk of developing if they use albuterol too much?
Rebound bronchospasms
What makes up the Virhcow's triad?
Immobility/circulatory status, endothelial tissue injury, hypercoagulable state/clotting