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what is the drug interaction between ACEI + diuretic
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hypotension, hyperkalemia
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what is the drug interaction between ACEI + K
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hyperkalemia
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drug interaction between BZD + antidepressent
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confusion, sedation, falls
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drug interations between BZD + antipsychotic
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confusion, sedation, falls
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what % of hospicalizations of the elderly are due to adverse drug rxns and non-compliance?
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28%
adverse drug rxns 17% non-compliance 11% |
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Any _____ in an elderly pt should be considered a _____ ____ _____ until proven otherwise.
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any SYMPTOM in an elderly pt should be considered a DRUG INTERACTION EFFECT untill proved otherwise
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What is the BEERS list?
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potentially inappropriate drugs for the elderly
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What are some drugs/drug classes on the BEERS list?
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pentazocine, TCAs, Digoxin > 0.125mcg q d, dicyclomine, flurazepam, long half life-psychotropics, methyldopa, all barbituates except phenobarbital
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What are the top six inappropriate drugs used in the elderly?
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propoxyphene, diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine, oxybutynin, amitriptyline, cyproheptadine
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What are the two drugs used in excess dosage for the elderly?
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iron supplements > 325 mg daily
ranitidine > 300 mg for longer than 12 weeks |
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What are the top two drug-disease interactions found in elderly populations?
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COPD and sedative/hypnotics
constipatino and strong anticholinergics |
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what saying is used in the prescribing of medications for the elderly?
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start low, go slow, but don't stop too soon
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