25 Questions
What is a contraindication for children when taking this medication?
Under the age of 16
What is a patient advised to do when experiencing ringing in the ears while taking this medication?
Report to the provider
What is a precaution for patients taking this medication with a history of cardiac problems?
Avoid taking with anticoagulants
What is a patient advised to do to decrease the risk of GI upset when taking this medication?
Take with food
What laboratory values should be monitored for patients with renal disease taking this medication?
BUN and Creatinine
What is the antidote for acetaminophen toxicity?
Acetylcysteine
What is the recommended dosage of acetaminophen for frail, elderly, or patients taking multiple medications?
2 grams/day
What is a common side effect of opioids?
Constipation
What is the primary action of opioids in the CNS?
Depression of pain impulses
What is the antidote for opioid overdose?
Naloxone
What is the primary action of Benzodiazepine on the neuron?
Increase the action of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA
What is a common indication for the use of Lorazepam?
Management of anxiety
What is a common adverse reaction of Zolpidem Tartrate?
Hypotension
What is the mechanism of action of Local Anesthetics?
Block conduction of nerve impulses
What is the difference between COX-1 and COX-2 in relation to NSAIDs?
COX-1 stops bleeding and protects the stomach, while COX-2 causes pain and inflammation
What is the primary mechanism of action of NSAIDs in reducing pain?
Inhibiting COX-2 enzyme
Which of the following NSAIDs is used to treat gout and hyperuricemia?
Allopurinol
What is a common adverse reaction of NSAIDs that patients should be taught to monitor?
Peripheral edema
Which of the following is a unique mechanism of action of Celecoxib compared to other NSAIDs?
Inhibiting COX-2 only
What is the primary indication for using NSAIDs in patients with osteoarthritis?
To relieve pain
What is the primary mechanism of action of sumatriptan in relieving migraine attacks?
Causes vasoconstriction of cranial arteries
What is a precaution that patients should take when taking sumatriptan?
Avoid driving or participating in activities that require alertness
Why is it important to monitor vitals and report changes in respirations when taking sumatriptan?
To monitor for changes in respiratory function
What is a potential consequence of abruptly discontinuing sumatriptan?
Rebound headaches
What is a common side effect of sumatriptan that patients should be aware of?
All of the above
Test your knowledge of benzodiazepine and non-benzodiazepine drugs, their mechanism of action, indications, and nursing process. Review the prototypes, drug examples, and areas of use for these medications.
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