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58 Cards in this Set
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Side effects of sedative-hypnotics
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"Hangover" effect, and
Dependence |
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Act by decreasing cardiac contractility and relaxants coronary arteries
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Calcium Channel Blockers
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Necessary for metabolism and energy production
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B-complex vitamins
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Major side-effect of Antihypertensives
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Hypotension
Edema Impotence |
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Category of DMARD's which inhibits prostaglandin synthesis and WBC response
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Gold
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Side effects of overuse of decongestants
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Rebound nasal congestion
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Categories of GI Agents that may interfere with absorption other meds
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Antacids and Osmotic Laxatives
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Category of drugs used to treat CHF
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Cardiac Glycosides
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Electrolytes: Repolarization
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Potassium
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CNS agent used to control seizures by suppressing abnormal electrical impulses in the brain
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Anticonvulsant
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Signs and Symptoms of Lithium toxicity
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Trembling
Slurred speech Oliguria Confusion |
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Drugs which inhibit the sympathetic Nervous System
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Adrenergic Blockers
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Treatment for hypothyroidism
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Thyroid hormone replacement
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Common side effects of psychotropic agents
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Orthostatic hypotension
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Promotes and maintains healthy eyes,skin and gums
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Vitamin A
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Antioxidant which protects the cells from damage
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Vitamin E
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Drugs which inhibit the parasympathetic nervous system
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Anticholinergics
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A drug used to treat chronic gout by increasing the rate of Uric acid excretion
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Uricosuric
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Group of Antirheumatic drugs thought to alter the disease process
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DMARDs
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Signs and Symptoms of hypoglycemia
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Sweating
Shaking Confusion |
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Drugs which stimulate the parasympathetic Nervous System
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Cholinergics
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Term used to describe unusual body movements which are a side effect of antipsychotic agents
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Extrapyramidal symptoms
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Pull water into the colon to increase bulk
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Osmotic laxatives
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Monitor when taking antidysrhythmic agents
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Blood Pressure and
Pulse |
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Category of drugs used to treat nausea and vomiting
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Antiemetics
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Electrolytes:Depolarization
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Sodium and Calcium
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The major adverse reaction of NSAIDS
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GI Bleeding
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Adverse reaction of Acetaminophen
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Hepatoxicity
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Pull water into to the colon in increase Bulk
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Osmotic Laxatives
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Adverse reaction caused by overuse of antibiotics
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Superinfection
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Hormone which controls blood sugar
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Insulin
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Endocrine Agents
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Thyroid Hormone
Glucocorticoid Insulin Oral hypoglycemic Agents Adver |
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Side Effects of Adrenergic drugs
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Tachycardia and
Hypertension |
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Neutralize HCI and reduce pepsin activity
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Antacids
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Signs and Symptoms of Allergic reaction to a drug
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Rash and Hives
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Which Vitamin Promotes blood clotting
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Vitamin K
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Increase peristalsis by irritating intestinal mucosa
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Contact Laxatives
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What vitamin promotes absorption of Calcium
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Vitamin D
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A classification of medications used to treat painful spasms which act directly on skeletal muscles
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Central Acting Muscle Relaxants
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A category of NSAIDS which inhibit platelet aggregation
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Salicylate
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Side effect of antipsychotic agents producing fever and hypertension
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
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Bacterial resistance which occurs without previous exposure to an antibacterial
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Acquired Resistance
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A drug used to prevent gout by inhibiting Uric acid synthesis
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Uric Acid Inhibitor
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Category of drugs used to treat bipolar disorders
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Mood Stabilizers
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Drugs which inhibit the growth of bacteria
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Bacteriostatic Agents
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One action of Adrenergic Drugs
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Increase Heart Rate and Force
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Act by stimulating the pancreas
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Sulfonylurea
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Instructions to be given to client taking NSAIDS
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Take with food
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Side effects of antidysrhythmic agents
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Hypotension and Arrythmias
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Action of Decongestants
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Shrink nasal mucous membranes and decrease fluid
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Inhibit gastric acid secretion by inhibiting H2 receptors
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Histamine 2 Blockers
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Hormones which influence the inflammatory response
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Glucocorticoids
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Used to relieve nasal congestion
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Decongestants
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Category of drugs used to treat HTN and decrease fluid retention
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Diuretics
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Used to treat hyperthyroidism
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Anti thyroid drugs
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Used to treat rhinitis and motion sickness
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Antihistamines
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Act by blocking reputable or serotonin into nerve terminal
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SSRI's
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Adverse reaction for Hypothyroidism
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Thyroid crisis(storm)-- cardiovascular collapse
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