Shock
Pharmacology
Hyper/Hypo
Comprehensive Review
200

Hypovolemic shock is

too much blood or fluid loss.

200

The purpose of enoxaparin (Lovenox) and heparin 

prevent venous thromboembolism

200

Manifestations of hyperkalemia include

confusion, tetany, muscle cramps, paresthesia, and weakness

200

The body's first line of defense is the

skin.

300

_______ crystalloids are used for initial volume replacement in most types of shock.

Isotonic

300

To avoid adrenal crisis, corticosteriods must be 

tapered 

OR

not be discontinued abruptly

300

Manifestations of hypokalemia include

dysrhythmias, muscle weakness, paresthesia, decreased GI motility, and decreased reflexes

300

Normal hematocrit range is

40–55% for men and 36–48% for women.

400

The type of IV fluid to avoid in patients with liver failure is 

lactated ringers (LR)
400

The drug class of citalopram (Celexa) and sertraline (Zoloft)

antidepressants

400

Manifestations of hypernatremia include

changes in mental status, ranging from drowsiness, restlessness, confusion, and lethargy to seizures and coma.

400

The two types of pleural drainage units are ________ and ______. Both units have ____ chambers.

wet and dry suction.

three

500

Anaphylactic shock can lead to respiratory distress due to

laryngeal edema or severe bronchospasm and circulatory failure from the massive vasodilation.

500

Propofol is a lipid-based emulsion, and if given for prolonged periods or in conjunction with total parenteral nutrition, _________ must be monitored.

serum lipids

500

Manifestations of hyponatremia include

headache, irritability, confusion, vomiting, seizures, and even coma

500

Central venous pressure measures

blood pressure in the vena cavae, near the right atrium.

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