Aspirin (Trade Name) and Acetylsalicylic Acid (Generic Name) Quiz
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What is the generic name for Aspirin?

  • Acetylsalicylic Acid (correct)
  • Nitrodur
  • Tridil
  • Nitroglycerin

    • Which of the following is a contraindication for Aspirin?

  • Angina
  • Chest pain
  • Fever
  • Active bleeding (correct)

    • What is the mechanism of action for Aspirin?

  • Increases subendocardial blood flow
  • Vascular smooth muscle relaxation
  • Decreases preload and reduces myocardial oxygen demand
  • Blocks the formation of thromboxane A and inhibits platelet aggregation (correct)

    • What is the first-line agent for treating pulmonary edema from congestive heart failure?

    <p>Nitroglycerin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of Nitroglycerin for an adult with chest pain?

    <p>0.4 mg (2% solution) SL spray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Vascular smooth muscle relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of Nitroglycerin for an adult with pulmonary edema from congestive heart failure?

    <p>10-20 mcg/min IV drip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of Aspirin for an adult with chest pain, myocardial infarction, or unstable angina?

    <p>162-324 mg PO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of Nitroglycerin for a pediatric patient?

    <p>No prehospital administration suggested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the generic name for Pressin?

    <p>Vasopressin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a contraindication or caution for atropine?

    <p>Hypothermic bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum adult dose of atropine for cardiac indications?

    <p>3.0 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a serious adverse reaction of vasopressin?

    <p>Hyperkalemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pediatric dose of atropine for organophosphate poisoning in children under 12 years old?

    <p>0.05 mg/kg IVP initially, repeat doubling dose q 5 min until muscarinic symptoms reverse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the indication for vasopressin according to the ACLS algorithm?

    <p>Alternative to epinephrine for ventricular fibrillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for atropine?

    <p>Causes vasoconstriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the adult dosage of vasopressin?

    <p>40 units IV push single dose only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common adverse reaction of vasopressin?

    <p>Hypoglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum dose of atropine for pediatric cardiac indications?

    <p>0.1 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction of Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)?

    <p>GI bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Vascular smooth muscle relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)?

    <p>Active GI ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended adult dosage of Nitroglycerin for chest pain or angina?

    <p>0.4mg SL spray or tablet every 3-5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for Nitroglycerin?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended adult dosage of Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) for chest pain, myocardial infarction, or unstable angina?

    <p>162-324mg PO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction of Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the generic name for Nitrostat, Nitrospan, Nitrodisc, Nitrodur, and Tridil?

    <p>Nitroglycerin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction of Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)?

    <p>Nausea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Nitrate, Vasodilator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consideration for the use of vasopressin?

    <p>It should be administered as a continuous infusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with vasopressin?

    <p>Myocardial infarction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for vasopressin?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of atropine?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for atropine?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an indication for atropine?

    <p>Supraventricular tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum adult dose of atropine for cardiac indications?

    <p>3 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common adverse reaction of atropine?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum dose of atropine for pediatric cardiac indications?

    <p>0.02 mg/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consideration for the use of atropine?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary classification of Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)?

    <p>Analgesic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the indication for Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Chest Pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse reaction associated with Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)?

    <p>Bronchospasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction to Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) have on platelets?

    <p>Inhibits aggregation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) relatively contraindicated with?

    <p>Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action mechanism of Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Relaxes vascular smooth muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction to Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Tinnitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse reaction associated with Nitroglycerin?

    <p>Headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for vasopressin that causes uterine contractions in large doses?

    <p>Naturally occurring hormone - ADH released from pituitary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with atropine administration?

    <p>Paradoxical bradycardia if given too slowly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended maximum adult dose of atropine for cardiac indications?

    <p>3 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of atropine?

    <p>Angle-closure glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for atropine?

    <p>Inhibiting insulin secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended adult dosage of vasopressin according to the ACLS algorithm for ventricular fibrillation?

    <p>40 units IV push as a single dose only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common adverse reaction associated with vasopressin administration?

    <p>Abdominal cramps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication or caution for the use of atropine?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for atropine that causes relaxation of smooth muscle in the bronchial tree?

    <p>Parasympatholytic effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with vasopressin administration?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Vasopressin:

      • Trade Name: Pressin
      • Generic Name: Vasopressin
      • Classification: Vasopressor, similar to catecholamine
      • Indication: Alternative to epinephrine in ACLS algorithm for Ventricular fib
      • Dosage: Adult 40 units IV Push single dose only
      • Action Mechanism: Natural hormone - ADH released from pituitary, non-adrenergic peripheral vasoconstrictor, increases water absorption in renal tubules, causes uterine contractions
      • Adverse Reactions: Serious - MI, bradycardia, angina; Common - abdominal cramps, N/V, tremors, headache

    • Atropine:

      • Trade Name: Atropine
      • Generic Name: Atropine
      • Classification: Anticholinergic
      • Indication: Hemodynamically compromised symptomatic bradycardia (non-AMI), other specific conditions
      • Dosage: Adult 1.0 mg rapid IVP q 3-5 min up to max 3 mg or 0.04 mg/kg
      • Action Mechanism: Parasympatholytic, increases myocardial oxygen demand, relaxes smooth muscle in GI tract, causes bronchial relaxation
      • Adverse Reactions: Serious - paradoxical bradycardia if given too slowly or below minimum dose, dry mouth, blurred vision, tachycardia

    • Aspirin:

      • Trade Name: Aspirin
      • Generic Name: Acetylsalicylic Acid
      • Classification: Antiplatelet, non-narcotic analgesic, antipyretic
      • Indication: Cardiac chest pain, angina, AMI, fever, inflammation
      • Dosage: Adult 162-324 mg PO for chest pain/MI/unstable angina
      • Action Mechanism: Blocks thromboxane A formation, inhibits platelet aggregation
      • Adverse Reactions: Serious - GI bleeding, anaphylaxis; Common - nausea, vomiting, rash

    • Nitroglycerin:

      • Trade Names: Nitrostat, Nitrospan, Nitrodisc, Nitrodur, Tridil
      • Generic Name: Nitroglycerin
      • Classification: Nitrate, Vasodilator
      • Indication: Chest Pain/Angina, MI, pulmonary edema from CHF
      • Dosage: Adult 0.4mg SL spray or tablet q. 3-5 minutes; IV drip at 10-20 mcg/min
      • Action Mechanism: Vascular smooth muscle relaxation, decreases preload and myocardial O2 demand, coronary artery dilation
      • Adverse Reactions: Serious - hypotension, bradycardia; Common - headache, lightheadedness

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