Beta Blockers and Chill
This is the main mechanism of action of beta blockers.
What is blocking beta-adrenergic receptors to decrease heart rate and blood pressure?
The “A” in ACE stands for this.
What is angiotensin?
Primary lab monitored for warfarin therapy.
What is INR?
SSRIs increase levels of this neurotransmitter.
What is serotonin?
Furosemide is this type of diuretic.
What is a loop diuretic?
A common beta blocker that is cardioselective?
What is Metoprolol
A common ending for most ACE inhibitors.
What is -pril?
The antidote for heparin overdose.
What is protamine sulfate?
The dangerous syndrome caused by combining SSRIs with MAOIs.
What is serotonin syndrome?
This electrolyte is most commonly lost with loop and thiazide diuretics.
What is potassium?
A major contraindication for non-selective beta blockers?
What is Asthma or COPD
The infamous side effect that causes patients to call their nurse at 2 a.m.
What is Persistent dry cough
A patient on anticoagulants should avoid this vitamin-rich leafy green.
What is vitamin K?
Atypical antipsychotics can cause this life-threatening side effect involving extreme muscle rigidity and fever.
What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
This diuretic is potassium-sparing.
What is spironolactone?
This vital sign should be assessed before administering a beta blocker.
What is Heart rate (or blood pressure)
Dangerous electrolyte imbalance associated with ACE inhibitors.
What is hyperkalemia?
$400: One major patient teaching point regarding injury prevention.
What is use a soft toothbrush and electric razor?
This side effect of antipsychotics can be irreversible if not caught early.
What is tardive dyskinesia?
A key vital sign to check before giving a diuretic.
What is blood pressure?
One key patient teaching point about stopping beta blockers suddenly.
What is Never stop abruptly—can cause rebound hypertension or angina?
$500: Life-threatening reaction more common in African American patients taking ACE inhibitors.
What is angioedema?
This anticoagulant does not require routine lab monitoring.
What is enoxaparin or a DOAC (e.g., apixaban)?
Black box warning for all antidepressants, especially in young adults.
What is increased risk of suicidal thoughts
One serious adverse effect of IV furosemide if given too fast.
What is ototoxicity (hearing loss)?