Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - correct answer 1. Antipyretic
2. Analgesic
*Can cause liver damage in excessive amounts or known liver disease
ASA (EC
... [Show More] ASA) - correct answer 1. Anti-inflammatory
2. Anti-pyretic
3. Analgesic
**do not administer in children under 12 years of age = Rye's Syndrome***
**can cause bleeding tendencies**
**baby ASA-preventative for heart disease**
Amlodipine - correct answer Ca Channel blocker
(decrease BP, heart rate)
*may cause gingival hyperplasia
Atenolol and other "olol" - correct answer Beta blocker
(decreases BP, heart rate)
**teach patient to rise slowly-orthostatic hypotension**
Atorvastatin, Simvastatin (Zocor) - correct answer cholesterol lowering drugs
***need to be given in evenings as that is when cholesterol is manufactured the greatest***
**watch liver enzymes**
calcium carbonate - correct answer calcium supplement
**watch calcium levels**
Carbamazepine (Tegretol) - correct answer Anticonvulsant
**decreases CNS excitement**
Watch for CNS depression!!!
Cefazolin (Ancef) - correct answer "anti-Infectives"
Antibiotic
*Adverse effects-GI signs & symptoms
Dalteparin Sodium (Fragmin) - correct answer Anticoagulant (LMWH)
Hydromorphone (Dilaudid) - correct answer Narcotic analgesic
**used for moderate to severe pain**
Watch for signs and symptoms of CNS depression
Histamine 2 Antagonist
(H2 blocker) - correct answer Inhibits release of histamine, which reduces gastric acids
Treatment for GERD, PUD
Glyburide (Metformin) - correct answer oral hypoglycemic agent
**must check AQ check/blood sugar prior to administration**
**watch for S&S of hypoglycemia**
Furosemide (Lasix) - correct answer Loop diuretic
Decrease blood volume
**watch for signs of dehydration and "hypokalemia**
**should be administered in morning**
Ferrous Gluconate (IRON) - correct answer May cause black tarry stools, constipation
**check hgb levels**
Given for anemia
(IRON cont.)**should be taken with straw if in liquid preparation**-stains teeth
*can cause GI upset, therefore taken with meals
Dimenhydrinate (Gravol) - correct answer -Class: Antiemetic
-EMS Indications: Nausea and vomiting as a result of vertigo, motion sickness, and narcotic administration
-Adult Dosage: 50 mg SIVP/IM
Repeat: q 4 hours
Patients 65 years of age or older, 25 mg SIVP/IM q 15 minutes to a total maximum of 50 mg
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to dimenhydrinate, diphenhydramine, or propylene glycol; Narrow angle glaucoma; Patients who have ingested large quantities of depressants (including alcohol)
*Preferred antiemetic in treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with vertigo or motion sickness
**Monitor patient carefully - goal is to provide symptom management without overmedicating
Administer IM injections in the lateral quad (vastus lateralis) muscle
Diltiazem Cardizem - correct answer Ca channel blocker
TX: Hypertension
Docusate Sodium—(colace) - correct answer stool softener
Digoxin (Lanoxin) - correct answer Anti-Arrhythmic, cardiac glycoside
**Apical heart rate is to be taken for one full minute
If less than 60—hold med. Contact doctor/prescriber
Dexamethasone (Decadron) - correct answer Corticosteroid—decrease inflammation
**careful for adverse effects: "cushings-like"
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