Diabetes
That's a Problem
Antipsychotics
What is that for?
Confetti
100
What are the side effects for a blood thinner?
increased risk for bleeding, easy bruising, blood in urine/stool, GI upset, headache or dizziness
100
What classification are eliquis, xarelto, warfarin, and clopidogrel (plavix)?
anticoagulants or blood thinners - critical in preventing stokes and heart attacks.
100
True or False: Proper hydration is important for all resident, particularly those taking meds to regulate behavior.
True
200
Which insulins are short acting?
A. Lispro
B. Humalog
C. Lantus
D. A & B
D. A & B Lispro and Humalog are the same drug. They start working 15 min after injection, peaks in 1 hour, and works for 2-4 hours.
200
You walk into 201's room and he is blue around the lips, his nasal cannula is on the floor and its 11pm.
What do you?
Discussion
200
Which is not classified as an antipsychotic?
A. Quetiapine
B. Lorazepam
C. Olanzapine
D. Haloperidol
C. Lorazepam - a benzodiazepine that is used to relieve symptoms of anxiety
200
How does insulin travel around in your body?
Bloodstream
300
Symptoms include dizziness, confusion, shakiness, and hunger.
What is hypoglycemia?
300
BP 125/75
HR 35
Resp 16
O2 sat 85% on room air
400
Short acting insulin must be used within _____ days and include a ____________ sticker noting the date.
28 days, yellow expiration
400
Tim had a weight gain of 5lbs since yesterday. He was just taken off his Lasix (Furosemide). What do you do?
Call nursing. Rapid weight gain could be a sign of worsening congestive heart failure. A diuretic helps manage swelling and water retention.
400
What are three interventions to try before giving a PRN?
400
What medical condition occurs when you drink too much water?
water intoxication or hyponatremia, low sodium levels. Can cause nausea, headaches and can lead to serious health problems
500
How many watts of power does the human brain use?
Between 12 and 25 watts