Antidotes
Insulin
Glucose
What is the mechanism of action of SSRIs?
Inhibits reuptake of serotonin, therefore increasing serotonin
What's the first line treatment for asthma?
inhaled corticosteroids(Albuterol)
What are the six rights of medication administration?
patient, medication, dose, time, route and documentation
Narcotics
Naloxone (narcan)
What medications do we give as prophylactics for blood clots?
Blood thinners (heparin, lovenox, etc)
What drug class is omeprazole?
PPI
What precautions should you implement with sedative drugs?
fall precautions
Warfarin
Vitamin K
What effect does the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone-System (RAAS) have on blood pressure?
Increases blood pressure by causing vasoconstriction
What are the four types of hypertensive drugs?
beta-blockers, calcium+ channel blockers, diuretics, ACE/ARB blockers
What key assessments do you want to perform before administering a hypertensive medication?
heart rate and BP
Aspirin
Sodium Bicarbonate
Which two organs do beta blockers (beta 1) treat?
Heart and Kidneys
Name two drugs that are Schedule IV controlled substances
Xanax, Soma, Darvon, Darvocet, Valium, Ativan, Talwin, Ambien, Tramadol
What should not be taken with iron supplements?
Milk, calcium, antacids
Beta Blockers
Glucagon
Which organ does beta 2 agonists treat?
Lungs
What are the four classes of antidepressants?
SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, and MAOIs
Why do we avoid taking statins with grapefruit juice?
causes build-up of medication in the bloodstream, leading to toxicity.