Ouch!!!
assess these before giving pain meds
Respirations, location, incision/wound, LOC
Major SE of insulins
hypoglycemia
syringe choice for insulins
Units must match (u100, u500 etc)
when do we use an antitussive
non-productive cough
what is MAC?
moderate sedation
Med given for opioid overdose
naloxone
In which organ does metformin work?
Liver
teaching patients on guaifenesin
increase fluids
MOA guaifenesin
Thins secretions so it is easier for the patient to expel them
lidocaine is used for this
local anesthetic by injection (infiltration of tissues) or topical
med for neuropathic pain
gabapentin
Unconscious, BG 58, what do you give
IV glucose
peak of regular insulin
2-5 hours
SE of antihistamines
fatigue, dry eyes, dizziness
neuromuscular blocking agents WILL cause this
Respiratory arrest.
What do we need to be prepared?
Concerns with opioids
breathing, LOC, amount taken, tolerance/dependence
HgA1c tells us
BG over 3 months
IVPB
IV piggy back
short-acting beta agonist
post op sudden rise in body temperature
malignant hyperthermia
PCA
patient controlled analgesia
glipizide SE
hypoglycemia, diarrhea, dizziness, rash
TKO
To keep open
Instructions for adrenergic nasal sprays
limit use to 3-5 days to prevent rebound congestion
SE of general anesthesia
increased ICP, CNS depression, hypotension, decreased hepatic and renal clearance, nausea, vomiting, confusion