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This medication is a common cause of hypokalemia and used to get excess fluid of the body in both chronic and acute conditions
What is furosemide (Lasix)
Casseroles, Processed cheeses, snacks foods and condiments are just a few examples
What is a high sodium diet
This antiplatelet medicine is given for many disorders, least of which is pain
What is ASA (Aspirin)
What is NS (0.9%NaCl)
This is often prescribed in conjunction with many diuretics to prevent a possible electrolyte imbalance
What is KCl (Potassium Choloride)
This assessment tool is used by the nurse to determine the severity of symptoms as patient is experiencing to assess for signs of DTs
What is the CIWA scale
This medications is often prescribed to patients to reduce symptoms of portal hypertension
What is propranolol
This treatment is often the last resort for chronic kidney patients in ESRD
What is Hemodialysis
This medication is often the first line of treatment for hypertension. Common side effects include a pesky dry cough and serious side effects include angioedema
What is lisinopril
This med is often used with cirrhosis patients and can actually lead to hyperkalemia
What is spironolactone (Aldactone)
This intervention is used in acute care and should be taught to all cardiac patients to continue at home on their own
What is daily weights
This neurological medication loses its efficacy if given with high protein meals meaning tremors could return
What is levodopa/carbidopa
This medication is anticoagulant give subcut. or intravenous. It helps to think the blood but will not break up a clot.
What is heparin
This treatment must be initiated immediately upon recognizing its need if the patient has any chance of survival.
What is CPR
What is high fowlers
This medication is given to help lower potassium levels in the body by binding with potassium so it can be excreted out of the body
What is Kayexalate
This antilipidemic medications is often prescribed to lower cholesterol levels in patients if they don't show signs of intolerance like leg pain
What is simvastatin
This medication regimen is the first line of treatment for active tuberculosis
What is RIPE Protocol
Food sources include melons, oranges, potatoes, milk and many vegetables
What is a high potassium diet
This antihypertensive medication has vasodilation effects and is useful against chest pain. But make sure you recheck that BP before repeat administration!
What is Nitroglycerin
This medication is a cardiac glycoside and helps to reduce the heart rate in order to improve the hearts contraction. Keep an eye on the potassium...
What is Digoxin
What is GCS (Glasgow Coma Scale)
This medication is technically an antibiotic. It's often prescribed in conjunction with other medications. This med in particular has some inteREDsting side effects.
What is Rifampin
What is clopidogrel
This medication helps to reduce the inflammatory response in the body for a variety of conditions. But don't you stop it cold turkey!
What is solumedrol
While we don't often C this cardiac med prescribed alone, it's a helpful antihypertensive that often follows other prescriptions ACE inhibitors and Beta Blockers.
What is Nifedipine
This medication binds with some oral phosphorus to prevent absorption
What is sevelamer (Renvela)
Following a neuro injury, this medication can be prescribed to reduce swelling on the brain and prevent herniation. Hope you're close to the bathroom.
What is Mannitol
What is Metoprolol
This medication binds with the ammonia in your body to excrete it and reduce your levels. But what out for the runs...
What is Lactulose
This is found in dark leafy greens and can also be given on its own if your blood is too thin due to other medications.
What is Vitamin K
This is a common old school anticoagulant that helps to prevent blood clots and reduce your risk of stroke. It comes with an order for weekly lab draws.
What is warfarin (Coumadin)
If you've got hypertensive but meds gave you a pesky cough, try this similar medication that works slightly differently in the body to reduce your BP.
What is losartan
This medication helps to calm an agitated body when you've gone without for a while and need something to take the edge off.
What is lorazepam
Green leafy veggies, cocoa, nuts, soybeans and seafood are just some dietary examples
What is a high magnesium diet
If your patient is at high risk for DVT/PE but is unable to take anticoagulants, you might want to consider one of these.
What is an IVC Filter
If you're eating lots of hard cheeses, yogurt, broccoli, greens and fish, you probably are following this.
What is a high calcium diet
You can do compressions all day, but without this, its unlikely your patient's heart rate will come back on it's own.
What is defibrillation
This is used in the immediate period after severe burn injuries to determine the overall extend of the burn. No need for a calculator, just break it down.
What is the rule of 9s
When you've got fluid on the lungs and you can't breath, your doctor will often prescribe IV diuretics and this to improve your oxygenation.
What is bipap
After your determine how badly a patient is burned, this is how you decide how much fluid to give them to prevent complications related to fluid loss.
What is the parkland formula
This medication is the generic form of Aricept... And Ms. Stephanie's drag name :)
What is Donepezil