Pharmaceutical Calculations
A patient needs 10 mL of medicine three times a day. How much medicine will they take in one day?
30 mL
Tylenol
Ty·le·nol
*Bonus: Generic name for Tylenol?*
Is it safe to switch between Tylenol and Ibuprofen in the same day?
Yes - it is generally considered safe to switch between these two medications, as long as the timing and dosing is correct.
What is hypoglycemia?
Low Blood Sugar
Generally when Blood Sugar Levels are
< 70 mg/dL
Should pain medications be taken with food?
Yes - if possible pain medications should be taken with food to minimize potential stomach aches
A doctor prescribes 2 tablets of pain medicine every 6 hours. How many tablets does the patient take in one day?
8 tablets
Metformin
Met·for·min
What are some non-pharmacological (nonpharm) options Justin can do?
Potentially Answers: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (RICE)
No - steroids should try to be avoided in patients with diabetes since it may increase blood sugar levels. Using steroids short term may not be as concerning as long term use.
Can pain and stress increase blood sugar levels?
Yes - our patient should be counseled that pain and stress can increase blood sugar levels so it's important to manage both of these!
A bottle says each teaspoon (5 mL) contains 100 mg of medicine. How much medicine is in 10 mL?
200 mg
Celecoxib
Seh·leh·KOX·ib
What medications can our patient take if he has swelling and pain from the accident?
Any NSAID (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs): Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Celecoxib
What is the 'Rule of 15'?
What should patients typically try to avoid when taking tylenol due to possibly of liver damage?
Alcohol - taking tylenol and drinking alcohol can cause a higher risk of liver damage than just taking the medication alone.
A child weighing 20 kg needs a dose of 5 mg/kg of medicine. How many milligrams of medicine does the child need?
100 mg
Toujeo SoloStar
Too·Jay·O Solo·Star
How often can you take tylenol when it's needed for pain?
Every 4-6 hours as needed
*Bonus: Max Daily Dose of Tylenol?*
What is the most common medication prescribed first for people with Type 2 Diabetes?
Metformin
If a patient is on metformin what is a common side effect, but often goes away over time?
Stomach upset (Diarrhea)
A child weighing 10 kg is prescribed amoxicillin 20 mg/kg/day, divided into two doses. How much amoxicillin is given per dose?
100 mg per dose
Diclofenac
dye·KLOE·fen·ak
Taking too many NSAID medications/doses can cause what damage to the body?
Stomach Ulcers and Bleeding
Can Cause Liver Toxicity (Not as concerning compared to other medications)
Doing this most days of the week can help prevent or manage Type 2 diabetes and keep blood sugar levels in check.
Exercising/Being physically active
If patients are injecting insulin daily what should healthcare professionals tell them?
Rotating injection sites is important to prevent skin irritation!