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What is the concern with overuse of nose drops?
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Rebound effect - causes symptoms to become worse
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What is the indication of vitamin K?
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needed to form clots. Antidote for Coumadin to prevent internal hemmorhage
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What is the indication of Protamine Sulfate?
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binds heparin making it ineffective, prevents overdose of heparin (which thins blood)
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Which anticoagulant drugs are INR & Protime drawn?
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Coumadin
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Which anticoagulant drugs are PTT & INR drawn?
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Lovenox, Heparin
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What is the therapeutic range for an INR?
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2 - 3.5
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What is the therapeutic range for Glycosolated Hemoglobin (HgbA1C)?
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diabetic in control < 7
normal range is 4-6 |
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What is the indication for Lovenox?
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prevention of DVT, pulmonary embolism, thrombosis
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What should you teach patient about Lovenox?
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use soft bristle tooth brush, avoid contact sports, use electric razor
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What labs are monitored for Lovenox?
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Hct, periodic CBCs, including platelet count and stool occult blood tests
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What is the antidote for Lovenox?
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Protamine Sulfate
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Why is Narcan prescribed?
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reverse respiratory distress caused by excessive doses of opiods
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What VS determine the use of Narcan?
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blood pressure, pulse, and repirations
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Important when administering disposable enema
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position patient on LEFT side, lubricate, hold solution for 30 minutes, instruct NOT to flush toilet
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Important when administering topical medication
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wear gloves when applying, follow orders
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