Nclex Meds

Front 1

What is the suffix of H3 agonists?

Back 1

-Tron

Front 2

What do H3 antagonists do?

Back 2

Antiemetic

Front 3

What is the suffix of dopamine agonists?

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-Zine

Front 4

What do dopamine antagonists do?

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Antiemetic

Front 5

What side effects must we watch for with metoclopramide?

Back 5

Extra pyramidal-- funny walk, disjointed gait

Front 6

Other than allergic reactions what can antihistamines be used for?

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Antiemetic

Front 7

What are 3 common antihistamines?

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Diphenhydramine, dimenhydrinate, meclozine

Front 8

What do proton pump inhibitors do?

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Prevent the stomach from MAKING acid. At the pump.

Front 9

What is the suffix of proton pump inhibitors?

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-Zole (Zole is the handyman that turns off the pump)

Front 10

What are the most tolerated antacids?

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Proton pump inhibitors

Front 11

What is the suffix of erectile dysfunction agents?

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-Fil (they fil the penis)

Front 12

Who cannot take ED meds?

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Stroke history, heart problems, uncontrolled BP

Front 13

What are some common side effects of ED meds?

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Headache, flushing, back pain, muscle aches, blue vision

Front 14

What are some common complications of iron therapy?

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Teeth staining, skin staining, black/green stool, nausea, vomiting, indigestion.

Front 15

If iron must be given IM how is it done?

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Z track

Front 16

What medications decrease the absorption of iron?

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Antacids, tetracycline

Front 17

How far apart must antacids and tetracycline be given prior to iron?

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2 hours.

Front 18

What increases the absorption of iron?

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Vitamin C

Front 19

What are two key components of iron education?

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Increase fluids & fiber, expect stool color changes

Front 20

What goods are high in iron?

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Legumes, liver, egg yolks, muscle meats, yeast

Front 21

What are statins used for?

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Treat primary hypercholesterolemia

Front 22

What lab level can statins raise?

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HDL

Front 23

What are common side effects of statins?

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Hepatotoxicity, myopathy, peripheral neuropathy

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What must the patient report immediately when on a statin?

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Muscle pain, muscle weakness, tingling, tenderness

Front 25

What does a patient need to avoid while taking a statin?

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Alcohol

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What lab values should be monitored when on a statin?

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HDL, LDL, liver function

Front 27

When are anticoagulants contraindicated?

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Active bleeding: ulcers, hemorrhagic stroke, aneurysm, bleeding disorders

Front 28

How does heparin work?

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Prevents thrombin from forming into fibrinogen

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What is enoxaparin?

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Low molecular weigh heparin

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How is enoxaparin administered?

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SubQ

Front 31

What is the antidote for heparin?

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Protamine sulfate

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When is heparin commonly given?

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After an MI or DVT

Front 33

When is enoxaparin commonly given?

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DVT prevention

Front 34

What is heparins major side effect?

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Risk for bleeding.

Front 35

What must patients report when taking heparin?

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Bruising, petechiae, hematuria, bleeding gums

Front 36

Should a patient who is taking heparin use a straight razor, hard bristles tooth brush, or floss?

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NO

Front 37

What activities are contraindicated with heparin?

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Contact sports

Front 38

What should the aPPT be while on heparin?

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1.5 to 2 times the normal, 60 to 80 seconds

Front 39

What medications and supplimentsshould be avoided while on heparin?

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NSAIDs, green leafy veggies, vitamin K

Front 40

What supplements and medications should be avoided while taking coumadin/warfarin?

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Vitamin K, leafy green veggies

Front 41

How is coumadin/warfarin administered?

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Orally

Front 42

When starting coumadin/warfarin how long must heparin therapy take concurrent place?

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3 to 5 days

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When is coumadin/warfarin contraindicated?

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Low platelet count, active bleeding -- ulcers, bleeding disorders

Front 44

What should the PT and INR be for coumadin/warfarin therapy?

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PT 1.5 to 2 the control

INR 2 to 3

Front 45

Can pregnant women take coumadin/warfarin?

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NO

Front 46

Can pregnant women take heparin?

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YES

Front 47

What are the common antiplatelets?

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Aspirin, clopidogrel, pentoxifylline

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When are antiplatelets administered?

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Stoke and MI prevention

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Should antiplatelets be taken with food?

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YES

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What severe side effects need to be monitored for?

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Weakness, dizziness, headache -- (stroke signs)

Coffee ground emesis, bloody/black tar stool, bruising, petechiae, bleeding gums, tachycardia -- (hemorrhage signs).

Front 51

What medications should be avoided when on an antiplatelet.

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NSAID, warfarin/coumadin, heparin corticosteroids