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11 Cards in this Set
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A pt has been on an anticonvulsant for 3 weeks with no decrease of seizure activity? Is this normal?
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YES.
It can take several weeks before the success of an anti-convulsant dosage plan is seen. |
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For the pt on anticonvulsants, what should the nurse routinely assess for?
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Paradoxical reaction, tolerance, dependence and withdrawl, toxicity.
The pt should be encouraged to keep record of uncontrolled seizures, also. |
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What are tell-tale signs of toxicity?
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Jaundice
Rash Sore throat. |
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If a pt on anticonvulsants has forgotten to take their dose, what must they do?
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If within 1-2 hours of regular dose?
Take. If later than 2 hourse? Skip. |
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Which anti-convulsant is more likely to cause drowsiness?
a. Hydrantoins b. Barbituates c. Succinimidea d. Misc Anticonvulsants. |
B. Barbituates.
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A hangover feeling is experienced with which anticonvulsant?
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Benzodiazepines.
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Pt's taking benzodiazepines can drink alcohol so long as they take them 24 hrs after the initial daily dose. T or F
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FALSE.
Alcohol must not be taken w/in 24 hrs after taking this drug. A pt on this drug must not drink alcohol. |
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How does smoking affect benzodiazepines?
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It decreases the length of time that benzodiazepines are effective.
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Name an anticonvulsant that can be used during pregnancy.
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None.
They are not advised. |
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What tests should the nurse order to evaluate for a pt on long-term barbituate use?
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CBC and Liver Function test
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What conditions are contraindications to the use of anticonvulsants?
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Cardiac, respiratory, hepatic and renal issues.
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