Name/Class
What drugs are used for hypothyroidism?
Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
How long is the therapy for hypothyroidism?
lifetime
What are the side effects of hypothyroidism medications?
tachycardia
nervousness
losing weight
A patient is on medication for hypothyroidism. What should the nurse watch out for?
lots of interactions with other medications
What are the nursing implications for hypothyroidism medications?
there are lots of interactions with other drugs
What drugs are used for Cushing's Disease?
Hydrocortisone
by the adrenal gland
What are the side effects of Cushing's Disease medications?
hyperglycemia
hypokalemia
weight gain
A patient is on medication for Cushing's Disease. What should the nurse do before and after therapy?
obtain T3/T4 levels
monitor blood sugar
taper down SLOWLY
Schedule medications
TAKE IN THE MORNING
What drugs are used for Thyroid Storm?
PTU (propylthiouracil)
What are antithyroid drugs used for?
best treatment for thyroid storm
What are the side effects of PTU?
the S/S of hypothyroidism
3 times per day
take 30 minutes before meal
this medication is best for pregnant women
What drugs are used for hyperthyroidism before surgery?
Methimazole
What medications are given before a thyroidectomy?
methimazol
PTU
rash
cardiac parameters
What should the nurse remember about the administration of methimazole?
What should the nurse teach women about taking Methimazole?
What drugs are used for controlling symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
Atenolol
What are beta-blockers used for?
decrease activity of the heart
What are the side effects of beta blockers?
bradycardia
hypotension
bronchospasm
What symptoms do beta blockers control?
tachycardia
HTN
anxiety
Which beta blocker is preferred for asthma/COPD patients?
atenolol
(A=asthma)
Selective B1 receptor antagonist