Non-opioid analgesics
Drug commonly used for mild pain and fever but is not anti-inflammatory.
What is acetaminophen?
Considered the gold standard for severe pain.
What is morphine?
Oral antidiabetic belonging to the biguanide class.
What is metformin?
This antibiotic class can cause cross-allergy with penicillin.
What are cephalosporins?
Common ACE inhibitor used for hypertension.
What is lisinopril?
Salicylate used for cardiac prophylaxis.
What is aspirin?
Opioid antagonist used to reverse respiratory depression.
What is naloxone?
Serious adverse effect of metformin.
What is lactic acidosis?
Antidote for enoxaparin overdose.
What is protamine sulfate?
Common side effect of ACE inhibitors.
What is dry cough?
Maximum daily dose of acetaminophen for adults.
What is 4000 mg?
Extremely potent opioid often used in anesthesia.
What is fentanyl?
Metformin is held before and after this procedure.
What is radiologic dye injection?
Requires INR monitoring.
What is warfarin?
Important vital signs to know before administering a beta blocker.
What is blood pressure and heart rate?
Antidote for acetaminophen.
What is acetylcysteine?
Common side effect of opioids related to the GI system.
What is constipation?
Taste change associated with metformin.
What is metallic taste?
Reversal agent for warfarin.
What is vitamin K?
Stimulant laxative used for bowel prep.
What is bisacodyl?
Non-opioid analgesic that should be avoided in liver disease.
What is acetaminophen?
Opioid with long half-life and is used for chronic pain.
What is methadone?
Condition treated by metformin other than diabetes.
What is polycystic ovarian syndrome?
Common adverse effect of cephalosporins.
What is diarrhea?
Bulk forming laxative that is mixed with water or juice.
What is psyllium?
Non-opioid analgesic that can cause GI bleeding.
What is ibuprofen?
Safe IV push dose range for morphine.
What is 5-10mg?
Patients should carry this when on antidiabetic medications.
What is diabetic emergency ID?
This is required to prevent antibiotic resistance.
What is full course of therapy?
Stool softener safe for daily use.
What is ducosate?