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26 Cards in this Set
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BP
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blood pressure
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VS
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vital signs
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SE
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Side effects
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N&V
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nausea and vomiting
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GI
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gastrointestinal
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T, DB, C
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turn, deep breathe, and cough
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EKG or ECG
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electrocardiogram
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s/sx
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signs and symptoms
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Tx
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treatment
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PVD
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peripheral vascular disease
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RA
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rheumatoid arthritis
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ASCVD
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atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
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HR
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heart rate
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I&O
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intake and output
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PCP or HCP
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Primary card provider or healthcare provider
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CNS
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central nervous system
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JVD
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jugular vein distention
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RDA
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recommended dietary allowance
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d/o
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disorder
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IM
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intramuscular
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C&S
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culture and sensitivity
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MI
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myocardial infarction
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ROM
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range of motion
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UO
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urinary output
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Drug classifications can be classified by
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Body system
Symptoms relieved Clinical indication |
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Drug info you must know
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Name of drug
Classification Expected therapeutic effect (action) Reason medication given to client Dosage, route, time of administration Common Side Effects Contraindications Contingencies-common nursing actions Expected therapeutic outcome Patient education needs |
