Module 9
Which type of drug causes sleep and is considered more potent?
Hypnotics
Which classification of drugs is habit forming?
Barbiturate
30-60 minutes before bedtime
Which structure is responsible for color vision?
Cones
Which classification of drugs can be used to induce sleep?
Benzodiazepines
What is the treatment for a barbiturate overdose?
Maintain airway, oxygen, fluids, pressor support.
Which medication should be avoided in children with depression or previous suicidal ideations?
Atomoxetine
Which classification of drugs causes pupil dilation?
Mydriatics
What is the antidote for benzodiazepines?
Flumazenil
What medication is used if seizure cannot be controlled with lorazepam and phenobarbital?
pentobarbital
What is a risk factor for bronchopulmonary dysplasia?
Preterm and intubation.
It can cause permanent change in eye color to brown.
Which medication can cause hallucinations and sleep walking?
Zolpidem (Ambien)
Your patient had a recent back injury and is taking a muscle relaxer, which other substances should be avoided?
Benzodiazepines and Alcohol
A child with ADHD is having difficulty sleeping, what should the nurse instruct the parents to do?
Give the last dose of medication 4-6 hours before bedtime to reduce insomnia.
Cholinergic Drugs can be used for both open angle glaucoma and angle closure glaucoma. T/F
True
Your patient only sleeps 5-6 hours per night, which medication would be contraindicated?
Eszopiclone (Lunesta)
Baclofen can be given in these forms:
Oral, injectable and through an implanted pump
A patient is admitted with yellowing of the skin and eyes, which supplement might you suspect?
Kava
A vestibular response when administering ear drops an be avoided by which intervention?
Warming ear drops prior to administration.