Cough & upper respiratory
This opioid antitussive suppresses cough via the CNS and has abuse potential
Codeine
This nasal spray should not be used longer than 3 days due to rebound congestion
Oxymetazoline
This is the MOST common rescue inhaler
Albuterol
This inhaled steroid requires rinsing the mouth after use
Budesonide
This is the FIRST-line medication for anaphylaxis
Epinephrine
This medication is used for productive cough to thin mucus
Guaifenesin
These meds stimulate alpha-1 receptors and can cause hypertension
Pseudoephedrine or Phenylephrine
This class blocks muscarinic receptors to prevent bronchoconstriction
Anticholinergics (Ipratropium)
This class decreases inflammation by altering gene expression
Glucocorticoids
Where is an EpiPen injected?
Quadriceps (thigh)
This non-opioid antitussive acts on the medulla to suppress cough
Dextromethorphan
Why should decongestants be avoided in cardiac patients?
Increased BP and tachycardia
This combo drug includes albuterol and ipratropium
Duoneb
A major side effect of long-term steroid use
Hyperglycemia or infection risk
This TB drug causes orange body fluids and hepatotoxicity
Rifampin
Select all side effects of opioid antitussives
A. Respiratory depression
B. Sedation
C. Hypertension
D. Confusion
A,B,D
Select all side effects of systemic decongestants
A. Tachycardia
B. CNS stimulation
C. Hypotension
D. Palpitations
A,B,D
Select all side effects of beta-2 agonists
A. Tremors
B. Tachycardia
C. Hypokalemia
D. Bradycardia
A,B,C
Select all side effects of steroids
A. Osteoporosis
B. Hyperglycemia
C. Increased infection risk
D. Bradycardia
A,B,C
Select all teaching points for TB meds
A. Take for 6–8 months
B. Stop when symptoms improve
C. Avoid alcohol
D. Adherence prevents resistance
A,C,D
This medication breaks apart mucus bonds and is also an antidote for acetaminophen overdose
Acetylcysteine
This is the key nursing consideration when giving cough meds for pneumonia patients
DO NOT suppress productive cough
This medication is NOT for rescue and is used for long-term asthma control
Montelukast
Why are inhaled steroids NOT used alone in emergencies?
They do not act fast enough
This is the MOST common cause of TB drug resistance
Nonadherence