Term
Heparin
-what it does
-what is it used for |
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Definition
Heparin prevents clots by causing prompt antigoagulant activity
Heparin is used for strokes, pulmonary embolisms, and massive DVT |
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Term
Low molecular weight heparins..
2 medication names
What are they used for |
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Definition
Enoxaparin and Dalteparin
Low molecular weight heparins are used to treat DVT and prevent DVT post-op |
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Term
Heparin complications
normal
life threatening
what to monitor for |
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Definition
normal- increased bleeding, heart rate, decreased BP
Life threatening- Hep induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)
massive bleeding
watch for bruising, bleeding through mucous membranes, black tarry stools, low platelet counts, Petechiae |
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Term
Heparin antidote
Lab to monitor
Route of administration |
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Definition
Protamine
monitor PTT
IV route only |
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Term
Heparin contraindications |
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Definition
contraindicated in low platelet counts
following eye, brain, spinal cord surgeries, lumbar puncture, or regional anesthesia
PUD, severe hypertension, liver or kidney disease
avoid NSAIDS and other anticoagulants |
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Term
Heparin nursing administration |
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Definition
Obtain baseline vitals, CBC, platelet count
must check with another nurse
monitor PTT every 4-6 hours
sub Q (in stomach only) or IV
do not aspirate
monitor for bleeding
electric razor, soft toothbrush |
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Term
Oral anticoagulant
used to treat |
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Definition
Warfarin
used to treat venous thrombosis,
thrombus formation in A-fib
prevention of recurrent MI, ischemic attacks, PE, DVT |
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Term
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Definition
Hemorrhage
monitor vitals and for bleeding
tell patients signs of bleeding
monitor PT and INR
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Term
Warfarin overdose
antidotes |
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Definition
Administer Vitamin K
must be diluted and pushed slowly
If vitamin K doesn't work administer fresh frozen plasma or whole blood |
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Term
Warfarin contraindications |
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Definition
prganancy category X- fetal hemmorhage and death
no clients with low platelet counts ( thrombocytopenia) or current uncontrollable bleeding
recent eye or spinal cord surgeries, lumbar puncture, or regional anesthesia
Liver or alcohol disorders higher bleed risk |
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Term
Warfarin interactions
drugs
foods
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Definition
drugs: heparin, aspirin, acetaminophen
all increase effects of warfarin
foods: high vitamin K foods
ie. lettuce, spinach, cabbacge, broccoli, leafy greens, mayo
if you already have diet high in Vit.K it is fine to continue but do not suddenly increase vit. K - decrease effects f warfarin |
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Term
warfarin nursing administration
route
key actions |
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Definition
route is usually always oral
obtain vitals
monitor PT and INR (most accurate)
baseline CBC, Platelets, HCt
full effect is not achieved for 3-5 days may be on heparin until then
avoid alcohol and OTC medication, wear med alert bracelet
bleeding precaustions, toothbrush and razor |
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Term
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Definition
administer vitamin K to increase clotting factor
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Term
Direct thrombin inhibitors
Main drug
other drugs end in?
how does it work? |
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Definition
Dabigatron
other drugs end in "rudin"
works by directly inhibiting thrombin thereby, preventing thrombus from being formed
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Term
Dabigatron (rudin)
pharmacological use
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Definition
prevents stroke or embolism in client who have A-fib |
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Term
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Definition
used to prevent or treat thrombosis in clients who can not take heparin due to HIT
heparin induced Thrombocytopenia |
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Term
direct thrombin inhibitor complications
antidote |
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Definition
GI bleeding, ulcer formation, nausea,vomitting
- take with food to reduce risk
Dabigatron has no antidote
contraindicated in active bleeding and liver impairement |
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Term
direct thrombin inhibitor nursing actions |
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Definition
oral capsules
prefered without food for absorbtion but can be take with food to reduce GI effects
must be used within 30 days of open container |
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Term
Direct inhibitor of factor Xa
drug
theraputic uses |
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Definition
Rivaroxaban
ued in clients who have atrial fibrilation and in the prevention of DVT and PE |
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Term
Direct inhibitor of factor Xa
complications
antidote
interactions |
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Definition
Rivaroxaban can cause bleeding, GI effects
teach client how to minotr bleeding and what to report
no antidote
can give activated charcoal to prevent further absorption
Interact with Erythromycin, Diltiazem, Verapamil, amioderone |
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Term
Direct inhibitor of factor Xa
Key nursing actions |
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Definition
monitor liver function and kidney function
moitor base line function and test periodically
monitor HGB and HCT
use cautiously with multiple anticoagulants
oral med with food |
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Term
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Definition
Aspirin (salicyclic)
Clopidegrel
Pentoxyfylline
Cilostazol |
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Term
antiplatelets
which two can be given together
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Definition
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Term
antiplatelets
MOA
theraputic uses
route |
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Definition
prevents platelets from clumping together
inhibit platelet aggragation
Used to prevent MI aspirin 81mg/day
ischemic sroke, acute coronary syndrome
oral route |
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Term
antiplatelets
complications
what to monitor for |
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Definition
complications include GI effects, tinnitus- reyes syndrome
bleeding dizziness, weakness, headache
monitor for bruising, black tarry stools, bleeding gums, coffee ground emesis, ringing ears |
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Term
Thrombolytic medications
main drug
drugs end in
when to use the drug |
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Definition
Alteplase
"plase" drugs
clot busters dissolve an active clot if used within 30 mins of formation |
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Term
Alteplase
used for
special precaution |
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Definition
used to treat acute myocardial infarction
limit sites of venipuncture and injections
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Term
Alteplase
contraindications
interactions |
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Definition
contraindicated in any prior hemorrhages, cerebral vascular lesions, active internal bleeding, history of head or spinal trauma past 2 months, brain tumors, liver or kidney disorder. recent GI bleeding, major surgery w/in 10 days, older clients
Interacts with NSAIDS, heparin, warfarin, thrombolytics, antiplatelets |
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Term
Alteplase
nursing administrations
labs to check |
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Definition
Use of thrombolyitics should be used within 3 hours of clot
obtain baseline vitals
platelets, HGB, HCT, aPTT, PT, INR
ensure adquate IV access for emergency medications and have emergency equipment available
limit iv puncture sites |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
Whole Blood
-what does it do
-when is it given |
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Definition
Whole blood increases the total amount of circulating blood volume
whole blod is only given in traumatic injuries r surgicl procedures... significant blood loss
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Term
Packed Red Blood Cells (PRBCs)
what they do
when are they used |
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Definition
packed rbc's increase only the rbc count
this is needed in severe symptomatic anemia
rbc's carry oxygen |
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Term
Platelet concentrate
what does it do
theraputic uses |
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Definition
increases platelet count
used for thrombocytopenia
platelets less than 20,000
active bleedig less than 50,000 |
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Term
Fresh Frozen plasma
what does it do
theraputic uses |
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Definition
replaces coagulation factors
used in excessive bleeding
massive hemorrhage
exstensive burns |
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Term
Albumin
what does it do
theraputic uses |
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Definition
expands circulating blood volume
theraputic uses
burns and hypoalbuminemia |
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Term
Blood product complications
Acute Hemolytic Reactions:
what it is
symptoms
when it occurs
what to do |
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Definition
Reaction to the wrong blood type
very deadily will destroy all blood cells
save tubing send to lab
Assess basline vitals
stay during the intial 15 mis
will happen very early
stop infusion immediately!
keep IV open with saline |
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Term
Blood product complications
Febrile nonhemolytic reactions |
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Definition
most common reaction
save tubing send to lab
fever (any increase in temperature from baseline)
sudden chills
administer acetaminophen for fever |
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Term
Blood product complications
Anaphylactic reactions
signs and symptoms
what you do
antidote |
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Definition
Symptoms- anxiety wheezing SOB shock cardic arrest
what do you do- stop infusion
save tubing send to lab
notify provider
keep iv open with saline
administer epinepherine |
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Term
Blood product complications
Circulatory overload:
what it is
whos at risk- symptoms
what to do
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Definition
Excess fluid volume
older adults are at a higher risk
and clients who have high infusion unit amounts
symptoms- coughing, SOB, crackles, hypertension, tachycardia, jugular veins
stop infusion, administer diuretics, and oxygen
monitor I/O |
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Term
Blood product complications
Sepsis
what to monitor for
symptoms
what to do
treatment |
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Definition
monitor blood product for gas bubbles
discoloration and cloudiness
symptoms rapid onset of chills fever vomitting diarrhea shock hypotension
Obtain blood culture, send the tubing blood to lab for analysis.
Treat with antibiotics and steroids |
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Term
Blood Product nursing administrations
key points |
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Definition
Obtain baseline values HGB, HCT, Platelets, protien levels, albumin, PT, PTT, fibrogen, potassium, calcium
- ensure 20-gauge or larger IV for blood cells
- full transfusion should be done within 4 hours from fridge
- always use 0.9% normal saline
- change tubing every 2 units of blood to prevent infection
- blood must be in it's own line not with any other meds |
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Term
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Definition
Greater or equal amounts of blood volume being replaced that are in the body.
normally 10 units of blood
or 5 units in 4 hours
monitor PT PTT Platelets every 5 units
monitor potassium and calcium
warm blood using blood warmer to prevent hypothermia |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
moving blood clot
to brain or lungs |
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Term
Peptic Ulcer disease
What is it |
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Definition
The imbalance between gastric mucosal defenses and antagonistic defenses
Acid becomes too high and breaks down mucosal defense |
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Term
Peptic Ulcer disease
Medications |
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Definition
Antibiotics
Amoxicillin
Clarithromycin
Metronidazole
Tetracycline
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Term
Peptic Ulcer disease
how do the antibiotics work |
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Definition
alters and stops the disease process
eradication of H. Pylori bacteria |
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Term
Peptic Ulcer disease
how do you know it is H.Pylori/ how is it treated |
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Definition
H.Pylori is always treated with 2-3 antibiotics for 14 days to increase the effectiveness and minimize resistance
never suddenly stop antibiotics suddenly |
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Term
H2 Receptor antagonists
Main med
all meds end in |
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Definition
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Term
H2 Receptor antagonists
Rantidine
how it works |
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Definition
lowers acid acid concentration in the stomach |
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Term
Cimetidine
-when is it used
-Sde Effects |
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Definition
hardly used anymore because it causes many adverse side effects
side effects are decreased libido, gynecomastia, impotence
can inhibit medication metabolizing in warfarin theophylline lidocaine |
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Term
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Definition
have almost no side effects
used to decrease gastric acid and ulcers
caution in elderly (can cause CNS effects)
caution in pneumonia and COPD
monitor WBC |
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Term
H2 receptor antagonists
nursing actions |
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Definition
tell client to avoid foods that promote gastric acid secretion such as caffiene decaf and caf
tell clients to avoid NSAIDS
encourage to always call provider if any questions or problems even though meds are OTC talk to pharmacist |
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Term
proton pump inhibitors
drugs end in |
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Definition
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Term
proton pump inhibitors
how do they work
theraputic effects |
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Definition
prazoles work by reducing acid production
ulcers, erosive esophagitis, GERD, hyper acid syndrome |
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Term
proton pump inhibitors
complications
contraindications
interactions |
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Definition
prazoles
headache diarrhea nausea vomitting
osteoperosis long term use - take Vit D an calcium
contraindicacted in clients who have dysphagia or liver disease, COPD, osteoperosis
Prazoles and azoles do not mix
Digoxin levels increase- monitor levels |
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Term
proton pump inhibitors
nursing administration |
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Definition
do not crush chew or sprinkle over food
take once a day in morning prior to food
avoid NSAIDS and alcohol
treat ulcers for 4-6 weeks
watch for bleeding |
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Term
Mucosal Protectant
drug
what does it do
times to administer |
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Definition
sucralfate
form protective barrier over ulcers
can protect ulcer for 6 hours
take an hour before meals 3x a day and bedtime
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Term
Mucosal Protectant sucralfate
side effects
contraindications
interactions
nursing administration
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Definition
no systemic side effects, may cause constipation
contraindicated in kidney disease and failure
interfere and lessen absorption of warfarin digoxin
give 2 hours apart
take 4x a day an hour before meals and bedtime |
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Term
Antacids
how does it work/ what is it used for
3 drugs
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Definition
antacids nuetralize gastric acid and inactivate pepcin to reduce pain. Does not cure just relieves pain in GERD
Aluminum hydroxide
Magnesium hydroxide
Calcium carbonate
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Term
Antacids that cause constipation
2 drugs |
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Definition
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Term
what does the calcium compound cause |
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Definition
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Term
drug that causes diarrhea |
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Definition
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Term
two antacids that can be combined
when are they combined |
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Definition
aluminum and magnesium
combined when a client has trouble controlling their bowel functions |
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Term
antacids
side effects
contraindications
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Definition
fluid retention in antacids containing sodium- keep away from hypertensive patients ad heart failure
magnesium compounds can lead to toxicity and should be avoided in renal failure
never take antacids with alcohol or GI obstructions |
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Term
antacids
nursing administration |
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Definition
shake all liquid formulations to evenly disperse medication
medication can be administered 7x daily
1 hour after each meal
3 hours after each meal
and take before bedtime
take all other meds an hour apart from antacids |
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Term
Prostaglandin E
drug
when is it used/ what is it for |
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Definition
Misoprostol
used for prevention of ulcers in long term NSAID use
used to induce labor in pregnant |
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Term
Misoprostol
side effects
contraindications |
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Definition
diarrhea, dysmennorrhea is normal
contraindicated in pregnancy |
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Term
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Antiemetics
used for |
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Definition
CINV
cancer induced nausea and vommitting
anti nausea |
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Term
Antiemetics
Dexamethasone |
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Definition
CINV
glucocorticoid
raises blood sugar, increases infection
long term cushings disease- moon face buffalo hump |
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Term
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Definition
post op drug for nausea
common drug dizziness headache diarrhea
CINV
don't give if they have long QT intervals |
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Term
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Definition
must be diulted and administered through central vein
Side effects sedation hypotension anticholergenic effect
EPS- face spasms discontinue immediatly
antidote- diphenhydramine or bensatropine |
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Term
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Definition
treat CINV increase appetite
decrease BP increase HR
cannibas related side effects |
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Term
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Definition
scopolamine
treats motion sickness
transdermal administration
anticholinergic |
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Term
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Definition
high rates of sedation
depress nerve function at multiple CNS sites |
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Term
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Definition
Psyllium
docusate
bisacodyl
magnesium |
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Term
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Definition
bulk forming laxative
softens fecal mass and increases bulk
identical to dietary fiber
control stool for ileostomy or colostomy
promotes defecation in older adults |
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Term
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Definition
used for opioid costipation
stool softener doesnt makeyou go just makes it easier
relieves constipation
less painful bowel movements |
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Term
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Definition
will make you run!
will make you go!
used prior to surgeries or testing like colonoscopy |
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Term
Laxatives
magnesium hydroxide |
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Definition
draws water in to intestine
used for post op client prep
rapid evacuation of bowels
gives you the runs
can lead to magnesium toxicity avoid in kidney function |
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Term
Laxatives
contraindications
nursing administrations |
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Definition
contraindicated in clients with bowel obstruction
avoid ulcerative collitis and diverticulitis
teach that laxatives can lead to fluid and electrolyte imbalance
increase fluid amounts 2-3L per day
encourage exercise |
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Term
Antidiarrheals
Diphenoxylate |
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Definition
will effect CNS at high doses
Decrease intestinal motility in opiod receptors
anticholergenic effects
provide symptomatic relief to diarrhea
contraindicated i GI issues and blocks
avoid alcohol and depressants
tell clients to avoid caffiene and not to drink plain water but refuel electrolytes |
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Term
prokinetic agents
Metroclopramide |
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Definition
good for post op nausea and vomitting
may cause NARCS-U side effects
increases upper GI motility
CINV control and GERD management
may cause sedation and EPS
contraindicated in seizures and GI Issues
no alcohol or depressants |
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Term
IBS-D
drug
whos it for
side effects
cintraindications
nursing administrations |
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Definition
Alosetron
only for women for diarrhea lasting 6months with resistance to first line medications
can result in GI toxicity bowel obstruction and perforation
contraindicated on bowel issues, chrons, bowel obstructions
clients issues should resolve within 4 weeks but will reutrn a week following dicontinuation |
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Term
IBS-C
drug
action
complications
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Definition
Lubiprostone
increases fluid secretion- causes diarrhea
used for chronic constipation
may cause severe diarrhea monitor stools and loss of fluid and elctrolytes |
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Term
Sulfasalazine
use
complications
contraindications |
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Definition
used for IBS, crohns, IBD
can cause anemia monitor CBC levels
may cause nausea and vomitting
contrindicated in pregnancy |
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Term
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Definition
various bacteria and yeast and normal flora
used to treat and prevent C.difficile and diarrhea
may cause bloating and gas
administer 2hrs apart from antibiotics |
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Term
Insulin
pharmacological action
complications |
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Definition
promotes cellular uptake of glucose - decreases levels
moves potassium into cells
treatment of hyperkalemia, extreme stress and infection
complications are hypoglycemia- too much insulin
cold and clammy need candy glucose |
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Term
Insulin
what is lipohypertrophy |
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Definition
roatate injection sites and
keep an inch between injection site |
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Term
Insulin interactions
Nursng administration |
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Definition
concurrent use of diuretics and glucocorticoids can raise blood sugar levels
beta blockers can mask the SE of hypoglycemia
Short acting insulin clear long is cloudy
ensure glucose is near when admin insulin
role vial between hands rotate sites sub Q |
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Term
Insulin expiration
-unopened insulin
-pre mixed insulin vials
-premixed insulin syringes
-vial in use |
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Definition
- unopened until expiration date in fridge
-premixed vial in fridge 3 weeks
-premixed syringe 1-2 weeks fridge
-in use room temp away from light and heat 1 month |
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Term
insulins that are clear in color, not administered IV, should never be mixed with another insulin |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Glipizide
oral antidiabetic |
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Term
Glipizide
how does it work
type of diabetes
side effects |
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Definition
releases insulin from the pancreas
type 2 diabetic blood glucose control with diet and exercise
may caue hypoglycemia
give snack 15g carbs
4oz of orange or 2 oz grape juice
8oz of milk |
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Term
Glipizide
key interactions
nursing admnistrations |
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Definition
take with breakfast
Use with alcohol can cause a disulfiram reaction
NSAIDS can cause added hypoglycemic effects
beta blcokers can mask hypoglycemic signs ad inhibit insulin release |
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Term
Biguanides
oral antidiabetic
medication |
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Definition
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Term
Metformin
how does it work |
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Definition
reduces the production of glucose in the liver by suppresing gluconeogenesis
first line medication for type 2 diabetes |
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Term
Metformin
side effects
life threatening side effects |
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Definition
may cause hypoglycemia
administer snack 15g or grape 2oz orange 4oz milk 8oz
Gastrointestinal effects minor and go away over time
Life threatening lactic adidosis
stop medication- shown by hyperventilation myalgia
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Term
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Definition
always discontinue 48 hours before testing with dyes
start med back 48 hours followng testing
iodine concurrent use results in kidney failure
take med 2x daily with food |
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Term
Acarbose
how does it work
side effects
how to take |
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Definition
slows carbohydrate absorption
side effects are GI discomfort
Hepatotoxicity long term
get basline liver function and periodic monitoring
use with metformin adds to GI effects
must take with the first bite of food 3x daily |
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Term
Levothyroxine
used for
interractions
side effects
contraindictions |
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Definition
Hypothyroidism
Drug increases metabolic rate
may decrease digoixn levels
overmedication may cause hyperthyroidism symptoms
Chronic over treatment may cause A-fib
Contraindicated in MI, cardiovasular disease adrenal insufficiency |
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Term
Propylthiouracil (PTU)
used for
interractions
side effects
contraindictions |
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Definition
used for hyperthyroidism
creates euthyroid state
too much can cause hypothyroidism
contraindicated in clients with bone marrow or immune suppresion and liver failure
interacts with Digoxin and anticoagulants |
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Term
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Definition
anxiety, tachycardia, palpitations, altered appetite, Abdominal cramping, heat intolerace, fever, rapid weight loss, menstrual irregularities |
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Term
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Definition
Drowsiness, depression, weight gain, edema, bradycardia, anorexia, cold intolerance, dry skin |
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Term
Thyroid disorder umbrella points
-interactions
-evaluation of effectiveness
-key nursing points |
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Definition
thyroid drugs interact with Digoxin levels, and cause greater bleeding risk in anticoagulants. Drugs must be continued during pregnancy and provider must be notified to switch drug brands.
effectiveness will create euthyroid state and subside symptoms
monitor vitals weight I/O CBC T3 T4
Instruct that medication is LIFELONG- do not discontinue |
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Term
Radioactive Iodine
what does it do |
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Definition
Treat hyperthyroidism and throid cancer in clients who have not responded to any other treatment options
will destroy thyroid |
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Term
Radioactive Iodine
complications
contraindications |
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Definition
complications- radiation sickness, nausea vomitting
bone marrow supression hypothyroidism
Contraindications- Pregnancy X must test for pregnanacy before administering medication
discontinue all other antithyroid medications 1 week prior |
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Term
Radioactive Iodine
nursing administration
teaching points |
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Definition
client must remain 6 feet from others
do not share their utensils
limit contact to 30mins per day per person
increase fluid intake
dispose of waste per biohazard protocol
viod frequently
keep secretions away from others |
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Term
nonradioactive Iodine
used for
complications
interactions |
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Definition
used to create euthyroid state and decrease thyroid size prior to surgical removal
may cause iodism - early toxicity metallic tast rash frontal headache sore teeth and gums
Interact with iodine enriched food, stay away from seafood |
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Term
nonradioactive Iodine
nursing administration |
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Definition
May be take in conjunction with another therapy, does not interact
dilute iodine with juice to improve taste
take same time daily
increase fluid intake
do not discontinue medication |
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Term
Antidiuretic hormone
medications |
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Definition
Vasopressin
Desmopressin (synthetic form) |
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Term
Vasopressin
what is it
what it does
what it is used for |
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Definition
ADH hormone
promotes reabsorption of water in kidneys
causes vasoconstriction
used to treat diabetes insipidus (large excretion of water)
sometimes used during CPR to increase blood flow to brain and heart |
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Term
Vasopressin
complications
contraindications
nursing administration |
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Definition
complications are too much water absorption, pounding headache change in LOC
Excessive vasoconstriction - myocardial ischemia
contraindicated in MI Coronary artery disease, renal impairments
Monitor vitals, EKG BP BUN Creatnine I/O Electrolytes |
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Term
Hydrocortisone
how does it work
what is it used for |
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Definition
works my mimicking the effect of natural steriod hormones.
Used for chronic and acute replacement therapy for adrenalcortical insufficiency
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Term
Hydrocortisone
complications
contraindications |
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Definition
complications- Osetoporosis long term use, adrenal suppression taper off, PUD- monitor for bleeding, Infetion, retention of fluid and sodium.
contraindicated in clients with active infection, monitor closely with diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, hypokalemia |
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Term
Hydrocortisone
interactions
Nursing administration |
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Definition
interacts with NSAIDS, acetaminophen, alcohol
do not give with live accines will get infection
give med with food orally, taper dose off do not stop suddenly, notify provider if fever, muscle pain, weakness |
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Term
what is important to remember about thrombolytic medication
what is the drug name |
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Definition
Alteplase
can cause a alot of bleeding very quickly, monitor your sites of injection and limit them |
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Term
What 2 drugs are most hospital patients on as a preventative |
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Definition
pantoprazole- to prevent stress ulcers when in high stress environment
Enoxaparin- prevent clots in bed ridden patients |
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Term
Iron supplements
drug
key facts |
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Definition
Ferrous Sulfate
treat and prevent iron deficiency anemia
May cause GI effects
potant stain teeth must dilute with orange juice
IV form may stain skin se Z-track
IV route is safer than parenteral
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Vitamin B12
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Cyanocobalamin
necessary to convert folic acid into active form
b12 anemia may cause heart dysrhythmias
loss of intrinsic factor canot take oral
monitor potassium, cannot just treat folic acid
B12 deficiency- beefy tounge pallor neuropathy |
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conducts nerve impulses
may cause GI distress
may give insulin for overdose
never administer bolus must push slowly
monitor I/O
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what goes first magnesium or potassium |
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Magnesium before Potassium! |
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-Lispro insulin (Humalog)
-Insulin aspart (NovoLog)
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-Regular insulin (Humulin R)
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O 0.5-1 hour
P 1-5 hours
D 6-10 hours |
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Intermediate insulin
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O 1-2 hours
P 6-14 hours
D 16-24hours |
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-Insulin glargine (Lantus)
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MEN 13-17.3
WOMEN 11.5-15.5 |
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