Pharm Pharm
what is the junction between neurons for signal transmission?
synapse
block acetylcholine action, treats various disorders
anticholinergic
what are five categories of anti-hypertensive agents
diuretics, beta-blockers- calcium channel blockers, ace inhibitors, arbs
drug the induces sleep
hypnotic
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for captopril for hypertension. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following as an adverse effect of this medication?
neutropenia
chemical substances that cause transmission of the nerve signals or impulses
neurotransmitters
stimulate parasympathetic system, treats myasthenia gravis
cholinergic
symptoms of heart failure
dyspnea, orthopnea, tachypnea, cough, fatigue, abdominal pain
what is the most commonly used loop diuretic
furosemide (lasix)
A nurse is planning to administer a first dose of captopril to a client who has hypertension. Which of the following medications can intensify first dose hypotension?
Hydrochlorothiazide, Aliskiren, Clonidine
phenytoin can increase serum glucose levels resulting in the need for additional insulin
True
for which adverse effect should the nurse monitor a client prescribed phenytoin
bleeding
what is the goal treatment for heart failure
drug that relaxes a patient but not necessarily induces sleep
sedative
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who asks about using propranolol to treat hypertension. The nurse should recognize which of the following conditions is a contraindication for taking propranolol?
asthma
what organism is most commonly responsible for bladder infections
Escherichia coli
which symptom is an adverse effect of anticholinergic agents used to treat overactive bladder syndrome (OAB)
dry mouth
what is valsartan-scubitril (Entresto) used for
management of heart failure
which ace inhibitor has a side effect of a dry, hacking cough
lisinopril
the nurse is preparing to administer phenytoin (Dilantin) which route should the nurse anticipate to administer the med
IV
ways to prevent digoxin toxicity
relieve symptoms, stop or slow, or reverse progression
weigh pt daily, monitor I&O
what is the antidote for digoxin toxicity
digibind