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A patient with a history of anemia is prescribed an iron supplement. What common side effect should the nurse educate the patient about?
A patient with a history of anemia is prescribed an iron supplement. What common side effect should the nurse educate the patient about?
- Increased appetite
- Skin rash
- Constipation (correct)
- Tachycardia
A patient is receiving warfarin (Coumadin) for the prevention of blood clots. Which of the following laboratory values is most important for the nurse to monitor?
A patient is receiving warfarin (Coumadin) for the prevention of blood clots. Which of the following laboratory values is most important for the nurse to monitor?
- Liver function tests
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Electrolyte levels
- Prothrombin time (PT) and INR (correct)
A patient is prescribed a thrombolytic medication following an acute myocardial infarction. What is the primary therapeutic effect expected from this medication?
A patient is prescribed a thrombolytic medication following an acute myocardial infarction. What is the primary therapeutic effect expected from this medication?
- Preventing further clot formation
- Decreasing blood pressure
- Dissolving the existing blood clot (correct)
- Reducing cholesterol levels
Epoetin alfa is prescribed for a patient with chronic kidney disease. What laboratory value should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of this medication?
Epoetin alfa is prescribed for a patient with chronic kidney disease. What laboratory value should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of this medication?
A patient is started on an ACE inhibitor for hypertension. What is a common side effect the nurse should educate the patient about?
A patient is started on an ACE inhibitor for hypertension. What is a common side effect the nurse should educate the patient about?
A patient with heart failure is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin). What assessment finding would indicate to the nurse that the patient is experiencing digoxin toxicity?
A patient with heart failure is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin). What assessment finding would indicate to the nurse that the patient is experiencing digoxin toxicity?
A patient with coronary artery disease is prescribed nitroglycerin. How should the nurse instruct the patient to take this medication for acute angina?
A patient with coronary artery disease is prescribed nitroglycerin. How should the nurse instruct the patient to take this medication for acute angina?
A patient is receiving amiodarone for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. What potential adverse effect requires ongoing monitoring?
A patient is receiving amiodarone for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. What potential adverse effect requires ongoing monitoring?
A patient with asthma is prescribed albuterol (Ventolin) inhaler. What is the expected therapeutic effect of this medication?
A patient with asthma is prescribed albuterol (Ventolin) inhaler. What is the expected therapeutic effect of this medication?
A patient is prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid for long-term management of COPD. What instruction should the nurse provide to minimize the risk of oral candidiasis (thrush)?
A patient is prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid for long-term management of COPD. What instruction should the nurse provide to minimize the risk of oral candidiasis (thrush)?
A patient is taking diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for allergic rhinitis. What common side effect should the nurse caution the patient about?
A patient is taking diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for allergic rhinitis. What common side effect should the nurse caution the patient about?
A patient is prescribed loratadine (Claritin) for seasonal allergies. How does this medication differ from diphenhydramine (Benadryl)?
A patient is prescribed loratadine (Claritin) for seasonal allergies. How does this medication differ from diphenhydramine (Benadryl)?
A patient is receiving heparin for deep vein thrombosis. What is the antidote for heparin?
A patient is receiving heparin for deep vein thrombosis. What is the antidote for heparin?
After administration of alteplase (Activase) to a patient, the nurse would assess for which of the following potential adverse effects?
After administration of alteplase (Activase) to a patient, the nurse would assess for which of the following potential adverse effects?
A patient with hypertension who also has type 2 diabetes is prescribed lisinopril. What additional benefit, beyond blood pressure control, does lisinopril provide for this patient?
A patient with hypertension who also has type 2 diabetes is prescribed lisinopril. What additional benefit, beyond blood pressure control, does lisinopril provide for this patient?
Flashcards
Hematologic System
Hematologic System
The branch of medicine dealing with blood and blood disorders.
Drug Therapy for Anemia
Drug Therapy for Anemia
Medications used to treat conditions characterized by low red blood cells or hemoglobin.
Bleeding Disorders
Bleeding Disorders
Conditions that impair the body's ability to stop bleeding, often requiring medical intervention.
Thrombi
Thrombi
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Drug Therapy to Prevent Thrombi
Drug Therapy to Prevent Thrombi
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Hematopoiesis
Hematopoiesis
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Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular System
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Drug Therapy for Hypertension
Drug Therapy for Hypertension
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Heart Failure Drug Therapy
Heart Failure Drug Therapy
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Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary Artery Disease
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Cardiac Dysrhythmias
Cardiac Dysrhythmias
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Lower Respiratory Airflow Disorders
Lower Respiratory Airflow Disorders
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Upper Respiratory Disorders
Upper Respiratory Disorders
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Dosage Calculations
Dosage Calculations
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Study Notes
Week 3: Hematologic System
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Drug Therapy for Anemia: Includes ferrous sulfate (iron preparation), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), and folic acid (vitamin B9).
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Drug Therapy for Bleeding Disorders: Involves factors VIII and IX (antihemophilic factor), desmopressin (antidiuretic hormone).
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Drug Therapy to Prevent and Dissolve Thrombi: Includes heparin (factor Xa and thrombin inhibitor), enoxaparin (factor Xa specific inhibitor), warfarin (vitamin K antagonist), aspirin (salicylic/antiplatelet), and clopidogrel (antiplatelet ADP inhibitor), alteplase (thrombolytic).
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Drug Therapy that Supports Hematopoiesis: Comprises epoetin alfa (erythropoietic growth factor), filgrastim (leukopoietic growth factor), and oprelvekin (thrombopoietic growth factor).
Week 4: Cardiovascular System
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Drug Therapy for Hypertension: Includes captopril (ACE inhibitor), losartan (ARB), eplerenone (aldosterone antagonist), aliskiren (direct renin inhibitor), doxazosin (alpha-1 blocker), atenolol (beta blocker), reserpine (adrenergic neuron blocker), clonidine (centrally acting alpha-2 agonist), and carvedilol (alpha-beta blocker).
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Drug Therapy for Heart Failure: Includes hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic), furosemide (loop diuretic), spironolactone (potassium-sparing diuretic), digoxin (inotropic/cardiac glycoside), dobutamine (inotropic/sympathomimetic), and milrinone (inotropic/phosphodiesterase inhibitor).
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Drug Therapy for Coronary Artery Disease: Includes atorvastatin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor), gemfibrozil (fibrate), and nitroglycerin (nitrate).
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Drug Therapy for Cardiac Dysrhythmias: Includes quinidine (class IA/sodium channel blocker), procainamide (class IA/sodium channel blocker), lidocaine (class IB/sodium channel blocker), flecainide (class IC/sodium channel blocker), propranolol (class II/beta blocker), amiodarone (class III/potassium channel blockers), and verapamil (class IV/calcium channel blocker).
Week 5: Respiratory System
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Drug Therapy for Lower Respiratory Airflow Disorders: Includes albuterol (beta-2 agonist), ipratropium (anticholinergic), theophylline (methylxanthine), beclomethasone dipropionate (glucocorticoid), prednisone (glucocorticoid), fluticasone (glucocorticoid), cromolyn (mast cell stabilizer), and montelukast (leukotriene modifier).
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Drug Therapy for Upper Respiratory Disorders: Includes diphenhydramine (first-generation antihistamine), cetirizine (second-generation antihistamine), phenylephrine (sympathomimetic), codeine (opioid antitussive), dextromethorphan (non-opioid antitussive), guaifenesin (expectorant), and acetylcysteine (mucolytic).
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