Module 7
How can you prevent skin cancer?
-SPF greater than 15
-Keeping covered
-Limit sun exposure
-Sunglasses
What is Psoriasis?
-Chronic
-Relapsing
-Proliferative
-Inflammatory skin disorder
If a child develops hearing loss from Gentamycin, what might be ordered?
A hearing test
What is Oral Vancomycin used for?
C-Diff
What are some contraindications of Barbituates?
-Kidney or liver disease
-Respiratory Difficulties
-Pregnancy
-Drug Allergy
What do we need to educate a patient on when taking Fluorouracil?
-Wearing gloves
-Keep it high and locked away
-Avoid excessive sunlight
-Infection
-Trauma
-Tissue Necrosis
-Ischemia
-Foreign bodies
What can Vancomycin cause?
Red Man's Syndrome
What is Empiric Therapy?
Giving an antibiotic when you don't know what the infection is, but you think you know.
What do you do if someone is overdosing on Barbituates?
-Charcoal
-Fluids
-Oxygen
-Assess airway
-Vasopressors
Why do we use Chlorohexidine?
To reduce bacteria
What are the characteristics of Penicillian's?
-High allergy
-Broad Spectrum
What are you going to do if your patient develops Red Man's Syndrome?
Slow the dose
What is Prophylactic Therapy?
Given to people going to the OR to reduce the risk of infection
What interacts with Barbituates?
-Alcohol
-Opioids (Any CNS depressants)
-Benzos
-Antihistamines
What are important education pieces with Isotretinoin?
-Use two forms of contraceptives
-Pt and Dr have to do iPledge
-Suicide thoughts/risk
What is a characteristic of Sulfa Drugs?
When you are giving Vancomycin, what should you watch?
Renal Function
What are some adverse effects of Benzos?
-Hangover effect
-Cognitive impairment
-Headache
What should you do for toxicity with Muscle Relaxants?
-Supportive Therapy
-Airway
-Fluid Management to avoid crystalluria (avoid kidney stones)
-EKG Monitoring
What can cause acne?
-Genetics
-Hormones
-Stress
-Bacteria
What can Gentamycin cause in adults and kids?
Adults: Tinnitus
Kids: Hearing Loss
What is IV Vancomycin used for?
MRSA
What should you talk to your patient about who is receiving Eszopiclone?
They need to be able to get a full 8 hours of sleep
What can happen after taking a Benzo for 3-4 weeks?
Rebound insomnia