Pharmacology
What is the antidote for opioid overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan)
What is the normal range for blood glucose levels?
70-110 mg/dL
What is the primary neurotransmitter involved in depression?
Serotonin
What is the normal range for sodium levels?
135-145 mEq/L
What is the normal fetal heart rate range?
110-160 bpm
A patient on warfarin should avoid excessive intake of which vitamin?
Vitamin K
What position should a patient be placed in after a lumber puncture?
Supine
What is the priority action for a patient experiencing a panic attack?
Encourage slow breathing
What is the best way to confirm nasogastric tube placement?
X-ray confirmation
What is the most common chronic disease in children?
Asthma
What is a common side effect of furosemide?
Hypokalemia
What electrolyte imbalance is associated with Chvostek's and Trousseau's signs?
Hypocalcemia
Which personality disorder is characterized by impulsivity and unstable relationships?
Borderline personality disorder
What is the most effective way to prevent infection in healthcare setting?
Hand hygiene
What is the priority assessment for a child with epiglottitis?
Airway patency
Which type of insulin has no peak and provides 24-hr-coverage?
glargine (Lantus)
What is the priority intervention for a patient with suspected pulmonary embolism?
Administer oxygen
What is the primary medication used to treat bipolar disorder?
Lithium
What are five rights of medication administration?
Right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time
What is the primary concern with a newborn experiencing jaundice?
Kernicterus
What class of medications should not be given with grapefruit juice due to interaction?
Statins or calcium channel blockers
What is the most common symptoms of left-sided heart failure?
Pulmonary congestion
What is the most concerning side effect of clozapine?
Arganulocytosis
What type of isolation precaution is required for a patient with tuberculosis?
Airborne precaution
What does the acronym APGAR stand for?
Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiration