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What condition would be a contraindication for estrogen or estradiol medication?
What condition would be a contraindication for estrogen or estradiol medication?
- Painful menstruation
- Post-menopausal symptoms
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) (correct)
- Contraception
A patient is prescribed medroxyprogesterone. What key education point should the nurse emphasize?
A patient is prescribed medroxyprogesterone. What key education point should the nurse emphasize?
- Avoid sun exposure.
- Take the medication on an empty stomach.
- Increase calcium intake and vitamin D. (correct)
- Limit calcium intake.
Oxytocic is prescribed for a postpartum patient. What adverse effect requires close monitoring?
Oxytocic is prescribed for a postpartum patient. What adverse effect requires close monitoring?
- Bradycardia
- Decreased urine output
- Painful uterine contractions (correct)
- Hypotension
During oxytocin administration, a patient reports feeling hyperstimulation of the uterus. What is the priority nursing action?
During oxytocin administration, a patient reports feeling hyperstimulation of the uterus. What is the priority nursing action?
A patient is prescribed a uterine stimulant (methyxogenonie). What side effect should the patient be educated to report immediately?
A patient is prescribed a uterine stimulant (methyxogenonie). What side effect should the patient be educated to report immediately?
Tamsulosin is prescribed for a patient with BPH. What is the primary mechanism of action of this medication?
Tamsulosin is prescribed for a patient with BPH. What is the primary mechanism of action of this medication?
A patient taking tamsulosin reports dizziness. What nursing action is most appropriate?
A patient taking tamsulosin reports dizziness. What nursing action is most appropriate?
Sildenafil is prescribed for a male patient. What condition in the patient's history would be a contraindication?
Sildenafil is prescribed for a male patient. What condition in the patient's history would be a contraindication?
Finasteride is prescribed for a male patient with BPH. What is a potential side effect the patient should be aware of?
Finasteride is prescribed for a male patient with BPH. What is a potential side effect the patient should be aware of?
Why is finasteride contraindicated in pregnant women?
Why is finasteride contraindicated in pregnant women?
Terbutaline is administered to a pregnant patient experiencing preterm labor. What side effect should the nurse closely monitor?
Terbutaline is administered to a pregnant patient experiencing preterm labor. What side effect should the nurse closely monitor?
A patient is receiving terbutaline for preterm labor. How long can terbutaline be administered for?
A patient is receiving terbutaline for preterm labor. How long can terbutaline be administered for?
Testosterone is prescribed for a male patient. What condition would be a contraindication to this medication?
Testosterone is prescribed for a male patient. What condition would be a contraindication to this medication?
A male patient is prescribed testosterone therapy. What potential side effect should the patient be educated about?
A male patient is prescribed testosterone therapy. What potential side effect should the patient be educated about?
What is the primary application of estrogen or estradiol?
What is the primary application of estrogen or estradiol?
What is the purpose of using progesterone along with estrogen?
What is the purpose of using progesterone along with estrogen?
A patient is prescribed an oxytocic medication following childbirth. What is the primary therapeutic effect of this drug?
A patient is prescribed an oxytocic medication following childbirth. What is the primary therapeutic effect of this drug?
In which scenario would the administration of a uterine stimulant be most appropriate?
In which scenario would the administration of a uterine stimulant be most appropriate?
What is the primary therapeutic use of peripherally acting antiandrogenic medications?
What is the primary therapeutic use of peripherally acting antiandrogenic medications?
What is a key aspect patients should be taught regarding the male reproductive drug, androgens?
What is a key aspect patients should be taught regarding the male reproductive drug, androgens?
Flashcards
Estrogen or Estradiol
Estrogen or Estradiol
A medication used for contraception, post-menopausal symptoms, and painful menstruation.
Progesterone
Progesterone
Can be used with estrogen for contraception or dysmenorrhea.
Oxytocic
Oxytocic
Uterine stimulant used for labor induction and to treat postpartum hemorrhage.
Stimulant Uterine (methyxogenonie)
Stimulant Uterine (methyxogenonie)
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Tamsulosin/Doxazosin
Tamsulosin/Doxazosin
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Sildenafil/Tadalafil
Sildenafil/Tadalafil
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Finasteride
Finasteride
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Terbutaline
Terbutaline
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Androgens (Testosterone)
Androgens (Testosterone)
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Study Notes
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Estrogen or estradiol is a contraception medication used for post-menopausal women and painful menstruation.
- Side effects: embolic or blood clots, HTN, weight gain, edema, certain cancers
- Contraindications: DVT, PE, MI or stroke, smoking, HTN, risk of blood clot
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Progesterone (Medroxyone/norethindrone) can be used with estrogen for contraception or dysmenorrhea.
- Side effects: increased risk of embolic events, menstrual changes, edema, breast cancer
- Contraindication: blood clots
- Injection of medroxy (Depo-Provera) can cause bone loss
- Increase calcium and vitamin D intake during use
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Oxytocic is a uterine stimulant used for labor induction and postpartum hemorrhage treatment.
- Side effect: Painful contractions
- Monitor contractions for 60-90 seconds, occurring every 2-3 minutes.
- Stop if hyperstimulation occurs.
- Monitor patient blood pressure, fetal pulse, and blood pressure.
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Stimulant uterine (methyxogenonie) stimulates the uterus
- Side effects: abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and hypertension
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Peripherally acting antiandrogenic (Tamsulosin/doxazosin) is used for BPH and relaxes the smooth muscles of the prostate.
- Side effects: Hypotension, dizziness, headache, and issues with ejaculation
- Monitor: Blood pressure
- Take the drug at the same time daily
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Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (sildenafil/tadalafil) treat erectile dysfunction.
- Side Effects: MI
- Use cautiously in men with cardiovascular disease due to contraindications
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Androgen inhibitors (Finasteride) are used for BPH and prevent testosterone conversion
- Side effects: erectile dysfunction, increased hair growth
- Contraindication: pregnancy
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Beta 2 adrenergic agonist (terbutaline) is used for preterm labor to delay labor by relaxing the uterus.
- Side effects: angina, tachycardia, hypokalemia, dysthymias, restlessness, and tremor
- Monitor for no more than 48 hours and only use under 37 weeks of gestation
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Male reproductive drugs (androgens/testosterone) are used during puberty in males to promote the development of male sex organs.
- Contraindication: prostate cancer
- Side effects: acne, edema, liver dysfunction, premature epiphyseal closure
- Can be a highly abused drug
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