General drugs
name the different beta blockers
atenolol, metoprolol, and propanolol
Which antihistamine include drowsiness,dry mouth, & blurred vision?
Bonus: What other effects could it cause ?
Diphenhydramine - constipation , urinary retention
Antiplatelet (clopidogrel )
Prevent stroke , myocardial infarction after heart surgery.
The client should take LEVOTHYROXINE atleast 2 hours before eating , T or F?
F. Clients taking LEVOTHYROXINE should take their medication first thing in the morning ATLEAST 30 minutes before eating . Take it at the SAME time everyday.
Which beta blockers are cardio selective (targets beta 1)?
Atenolol & metoprolol
which drug causes vasoconstriction , lowers BP, and heart failure relief ?
Lisinopril- ACE INHIBITOR
Which topical nasal decongestant can cause potential rhinitis medicamentosa and rebound congestion?
what will you teach your patient taking this medication?
Oxymetazoline
Rhinitis medicamentosa is a condition when the nasal passages become more congested after stopping nasal spray.
Rebound congestion is when the congestion comes back worse than before.
- teach client not to take nasal spray no more than 3 days.
Which drug do you use for hyperlipidemia & what does it do ?
Atorvastatin ,
Lower LDL cholesterol, prevents atherosclerosis and cardiovascular events.
Which antithyroid agent will treat Graves’ disease?
PTU - propylthiouracil
Why is propanolol unsuitable for people with asthma and copd?
Can lead to bronchospasm ( tightening of airways )
What is the drug class of Amlodipine & Diltiazem ?
Calcium channel blocker
What are the side effects of pseudoephedrine?
Different potential complications?
⬆️BP , nervousness , & insomnia.
- cardiovascular effects .
Which anticoagulant is vitamin K dependent and requires INR Monitoring ?
Warfarin
The client is taking prednisone to treat a autoimmune disease , which foods should be encouraged & avoided?
Should client take prednisone without food? T or F?
Encourage: rich in calcium , vitamin D to prevent bone loss, rich in K foods is experiencing hypertension & fluid retention.
Avoid: salt (due to fluid retention) , alcohol (increases risk of GI ulcers) , high sugar foods ( prednisone increases blood sugar levels )
F. Client SHOULD always take prednisone with food as it minimizes stomach irritation.
Which drug reduces the production of cholesterol in liver ? Bonus: what dyou caution the client taking this medication?
Atorvastatin (statin)
Bonus: potential rare complication -rhabdomyolysis = breaks down muscle tissues
Clients should caution GRAPE JUICE
Which drug dialates and reduce workload of heart?
calcium channel blockers
which drug is NOT to be taken with MAOI’s ( antidepressant medications ) and risk serotonin syndrome?
dextromethorphan
Which anticoagulant requires aPTT monitoring & monitoring platelet count ?
Heparin & Enoxaparin
The client reports weight loss while taking levothyroxine , what is the priority intervention as the nurse?
A.) Assess clients appearance upon arrival to the unit
B.) Adjust clients thyroid hormone levels
C.) Assess the medications the client is taking
D.) check the clients thyroid level horomones (TSH, T4,T3)
D.) check the clients thyroid level horomones (TSH, T4,T3)
the priority as the nurse will be to check the clients hormone levels before making any adjustments.
Which Ace inhibitor blocks conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II & causes vasodilation?
bonus: what is the common side effect when taking this medication?
Lisinopril Bonus answer: Dry cough
Which drugs prevent blood clot formation or treating clots ?
Anticoagulant (warfarin,heparin,enoxparin,apixban)
What is the MOST IMPORTANT thing you will teach your client taking benzonatate?
Do NOT chew or suck on capsule , swallow whole or it could cause numbness of throat or mouth.
What is your allergic reaction emergency & acute medication?
Epinephrine
Treats anaphylaxis
Client is admitted to the unit after experiencing a asthma attack , which drug will the nurse administer?
A.) PTU
B.) Epinephrine
C.) Prednisone
D.) Albuterol
C.) Prednisone
prednisone decreases inflammation and used as a vasodilator. It acts as a immune system suppressor.
Albuterol is your EMERGENCY asthma medication while client is actively having asthma attack
What is the difference between Amlodipine & Diltiazem ?
Bonus: what is the most common side effect of Amlodipine?
Amlodipine is used for hypertension & angina.
Diltiazem treats arrhythmias (atrial fibrillation)
Bonus: peripheral edema