CAT 1
When first administering a bronchodilator to an asthmatic, we should instruct the patient to immediately take __________________ puffs.
2 to 4 puffs
A/an ____________________ is a drug that binds to a receptor and causes an effect.
Agonist
Without oxygen
Anoxia
Hypoglycemia is characterized by a __________ onset.
Rapid
TIAs are an example of occlusive cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs). T or F
True
List the 2 main symptoms of an asthmatic attack?
Wheezing and feeling of chest congestion
No breathing
Apnea
Difficulty breathing
Dyspnea
Ventilation exceeds metabolic demand
Hyperventilation
Hypothyroidism is associated with:
Fatigue
Which of the following is the most common type of asthma?
Extrinsic
Bronchi are hyperactive
Asthma
If a patient experiencing acute pulmonary edema is conscious, what position should they be placed in?
Upright Position
Which of the following conditions is generally associated with a frothy pink sputum and a feeling of suffocation?
Acute Pulmonary Edema
An abnormal sensation such as burning, prickling, or tingling in the hands, feet, or perioral region is termed?
Paresthesia
If the bronchodilator administered during an asthma attack does not offer any relief, what drug(s) can be injected?
Epinephrine
A patient experiencing paralysis of half of their body and difficulty speaking and swallowing may be experiencing which of the following?
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
A patient with congestive heart failure should not be placed in the supine position when receiving dental treatment. T or F
True
A diabetic patient who has skipped a meal and thus has an overdose of insulin is experiencing which of the following?
Hypoglycemia
When the body does not make enough T3 and T4, and calcitonin in infancy or childhood, this is called?
Cretinism
The bronchodilator administered during an asthma attack is what type of drug?
Beta 2-Agonist
What drug can be administered to a patient who is hyperventilating?
Diazepam
Hyperpyrexia (high fever), nausea, vomiting, and extremely agitated and psychotic behavior are signs of which medical emergency?
Thyroid Storm
A type II diabetic who requires insulin on a daily basis and is not well-controlled is what ASA classification?
ASAIII
Which antibody is the primary mediator found in patients with a Type I hypersensitivity and often in those with extrinsic asthma?
IgE