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What are the main uses of ophthalmic drugs?
What classes of ophthalmic drugs are mentioned?
What are the main uses of otic drugs?
What classes of otic drugs are included?
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What is the drug information for Ciprofloxacin (Otic Solution)?
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What is the drug information for Clotrimazole (Otic Solution)?
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What is the drug information for Hydrocortisone (Otic Solution)?
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What is the drug information for Benzocaine (Otic Solution)?
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What is the drug information for Carbamide Peroxide (Otic Solution)?
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What is the main function of adrenergic drugs?
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Which neurotransmitters are known as catecholamines?
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Beta receptors are the only type of adrenergic receptors.
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What do cholinergic drugs mimic in the body?
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Which of the following is a common adverse effect of cholinergic drugs?
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Cholinergic-blocking drugs block the action of ______ in the parasympathetic nervous system.
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What is the main use of opioid analgesics?
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Antibiotics can treat viral infections.
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What is the mechanism of action for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
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Which of the following is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?
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What is the main effect of antidiabetic drugs?
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- Adrenergic Drugs*
Overview
- Stimulate the sympathetic nervous system
- Mimic the effects of norepinephrine, epinephrine, and dopamine (catecholamines)
Receptor Types and Effects
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Alpha Receptors:
- Vasoconstriction
- Increase blood pressure
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Beta Receptors:
- Increase heart rate and contractility
- Vasodilation
- Bronchodilation
Mechanisms of Action
- Bind to alpha and beta receptors
- Increase or decrease physiological responses
Indications
- Respiratory System: bronchodilation and increased airflow
- Eyes: increased intraocular pressure
- Cardiovascular System: increased heart rate and contractility, vasoconstriction
Contraindications
- Hypertension
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Glaucoma
Adverse Effects
- Central Nervous System: anxiety, headache, tremors
- Cardiovascular System: tachycardia, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias
- Other: insomnia, anorexia, nausea
Specific Drugs
- Vasoactive cardioselective adrenergics (e.g., dobutamine)
- Non-selective adrenergics (e.g., norepinephrine)
Nursing Implications
- Monitor vital signs and cardiac function
- Watch for adverse effects
- Adrenergic-Blocking Drugs*
Overview
- Block the action of adrenergic receptors
- Decrease physiological responses
Classes
- Alpha Blockers: decrease vasoconstriction and blood pressure
- Beta Blockers: decrease heart rate and contractility
Mechanisms of Action
- Compete with adrenergic receptors
- Decrease sympathetic responses
Indications
- Hypertension: alpha blockers
- Cardiac arrhythmias: beta blockers
- Anxiety: beta blockers
Contraindications
- Alpha Blockers: hypotension, bradycardia
- Beta Blockers: bradycardia, heart block
Adverse Effects
- Alpha Blockers: dizziness, orthostatic hypotension
- Beta Blockers: bradycardia, fatigue, dizziness
Interactions
- Alpha Blockers: potentiate effects of other hypotensive drugs
- Beta Blockers: interact with other cardiac drugs
Nursing Implications
- Monitor vital signs and cardiac function
- Watch for adverse effects
...and so on for each section. Let me know if you'd like me to continue!### Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
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Corticosteroids
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Antigout Drugs
Allopurinol (Zyloprim)
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Colchicine (Colcrys)
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Probenecid
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General Nursing Implications for Antiinflammatory and Antigout Drugs
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Upper Respiratory Drugs
Antitussives
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Expectorants
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Decongestants
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Antihistamines
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Lower Respiratory Drugs
Classes
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Mucolytics
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Bronchodilators
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Anticholinergics
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Mast Cell Stabilizers
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Leukotriene Antagonists
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Steroids
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Analeptics
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Upper GI Drugs
Indications
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Antacids
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Histamine 2 Receptor Antagonists
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Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
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Promotility Agents
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Anticholinergics/Antispasmodics
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Antiemetics
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Lower GI Drugs
Indications
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Local Acting
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Antidiarrheals
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Laxatives
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Opioid Analgesics
Main Use
- Used to manage moderate to severe pain
Other Uses
- Used to treat cough and diarrhea
- Used as an anesthesia adjunct
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to opioids
- Acute asthma or COPD
- Increased intracranial pressure
Adverse Effects
- Respiratory depression
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sedation
- Constipation
- Urinary retention
- Pruritus
- Tolerance and dependence
Opioid Tolerance and Dependence
- Tolerance: the need for increasing doses to achieve the same effect
- Dependence: physical and psychological symptoms when the drug is withdrawn
Toxicity and Management of Overdose
- Overdose symptoms: respiratory depression, coma, and death
- Management: supportive care, naloxone administration, and activated charcoal
Opioid Withdrawal (Opioid Abstinence Syndrome)
- Symptoms: anxiety, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, and tremors
- Management: supportive care, methadone or buprenorphine administration, and clonidine
Interactions
- Interaction with other CNS depressants: increased risk of respiratory depression
- Interaction with MAOIs: increased risk of serotonin syndrome
Selected Opioids
Codeine Sulfate
- Used to treat mild to moderate pain and cough
- Available in oral and injectable forms
Fentanyl
- Used to treat severe pain
- Available in injectable, transdermal, and oral forms
Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
- Used to treat moderate to severe pain
- Available in oral and injectable forms
Morphine Sulfate
- Used to treat moderate to severe pain
- Available in oral, injectable, and rectal forms
Central Nervous System Depressants and Muscle Relaxants
CNS Depressants
Main Uses
- Used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures
- Used as anesthesia adjuncts
Classes
Barbiturates
- Used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures
- Examples: phenobarbital, secobarbital
Benzodiazepines
- Used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures
- Examples: diazepam, alprazolam
Miscellaneous Sedatives/Hypnotics
- Used to treat insomnia and anxiety disorders
- Examples: zolpidem, eszopiclone
Muscle Relaxants
Main Uses
- Used to treat muscle spasms and pain
- Used as anesthesia adjuncts
Types
Central Acting Muscle Relaxants
- Used to treat muscle spasms and pain
- Examples: cyclobenzaprine, carisoprodol
Direct Acting Muscle Relaxants
- Used to treat muscle spasms and pain
- Examples: dantrolene, botulinum toxin
Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulants and Related Drugs
Main Uses
- Used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, and obesity
- Used as a respiratory stimulant
Classes
Amphetamines
- Used to treat ADHD, narcolepsy, and obesity
- Examples: amphetamine, methamphetamine
Non-amphetamine Stimulants
- Used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy
- Examples: modafinil, armodafinil
Antiepileptic Drugs (AEDs)
Main Uses
- Used to treat epilepsy and other seizure disorders
- Used to treat trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar disorder
Classes
Barbiturates
- Used to treat epilepsy and other seizure disorders
- Examples: phenobarbital, primidone
Hydantoins
- Used to treat epilepsy and other seizure disorders
- Examples: phenytoin, fosphenytoin
Iminostilbenes
- Used to treat epilepsy and other seizure disorders
- Examples: carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine
Miscellaneous AEDs
- Used to treat epilepsy and other seizure disorders
- Examples: valproate, lamotrigine
Antiparkinson Drugs
Main Uses
- Used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders
- Used to treat restless leg syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder
Classes
Dopaminergic Drugs
- Used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders
- Examples: levodopa, dopamine agonists
Dopamine Agonists
- Used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders
- Examples: ropinirole, pramipexole
MAO-B Inhibitors
- Used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders
- Examples: selegiline, rasagiline
COMT Inhibitors
- Used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders
- Examples: entacapone, tolcapone
Anticholinergics
- Used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders
- Examples: trihexyphenidyl, benztropine
Antidepressants and Antipsychotics
Antidepressants
Indications
- Used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), eating disorders, and personality disorders
Mechanism of Action
- Increase neurotransmitter concentrations in the CNS
- Examples: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
Classes
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
- Used to treat MDD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and chronic pain
- Examples: amitriptyline, imipramine
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
- Used to treat MDD, OCD, and anxiety disorders
- Examples: phenelzine, tranylcypromine
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Used to treat MDD, OCD, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders
- Examples: fluoxetine, sertraline, paroxetine
Antipsychotics
Mechanism of Action
- Block dopamine receptors in the brain
- Decrease dopamine levels in the CNS
Indications
- Used to treat schizophrenia, psychosis, and bipolar disorder
- Used to treat autism and Tourette's syndrome
Adverse Effects
- Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS): parkinsonism, dystonia, akathisia
- Metabolic syndrome: weight gain, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia
- Sedation, drowsiness, and cognitive impairment
Haloperidol (Haldol)
- Used to treat schizophrenia, psychosis, and bipolar disorder
- Used to treat Tourette's syndrome and autism
Risperidone (Risperdal)
- Used to treat schizophrenia, psychosis, and bipolar disorder
- Used to treat autism and ADHD
Cancer Treatment
Overview
- Chemotherapy: the use of drugs to treat cancer
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This quiz covers the overview, types, and effects of adrenergic drugs, including alpha and beta receptors, and their role in the sympathetic nervous system.
