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Which name is used when a drug is officially recognized by the US FDA?
Which name is used when a drug is officially recognized by the US FDA?
- Generic name
- Brand name
- Trade name
- Official name (correct)
What term is used to describe the name a drug manufacturer assigns to its product?
What term is used to describe the name a drug manufacturer assigns to its product?
- Chemical name
- Official name
- Nonproprietary name
- Trademark (correct)
Where does the nonproprietary name of a drug come from?
Where does the nonproprietary name of a drug come from?
- The drug manufacturer
- The World Health Organization
- The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- The United States Adopted Names Council (correct)
In which step of the nursing process is it most important to identify medication errors?
In which step of the nursing process is it most important to identify medication errors?
Which of the following best describes pharmacokinetics?
Which of the following best describes pharmacokinetics?
What is the primary function of a drug antagonist?
What is the primary function of a drug antagonist?
Which of the following patient populations requires special consideration for medication administration due to physiological differences?
Which of the following patient populations requires special consideration for medication administration due to physiological differences?
During which stage of pregnancy is it essential to have recommendations by the provider regarding drug therapy?
During which stage of pregnancy is it essential to have recommendations by the provider regarding drug therapy?
What term defines when the drug concentration of a medication reaches a level where the therapeutic effect is observed?
What term defines when the drug concentration of a medication reaches a level where the therapeutic effect is observed?
Which of the following factors directly influences GI absorption of medications?
Which of the following factors directly influences GI absorption of medications?
A medication's half-life is 4 hours. After 8 hours, what percentage of the original drug dose remains in the body?
A medication's half-life is 4 hours. After 8 hours, what percentage of the original drug dose remains in the body?
What effect does a higher blood flow to the gastric mucosa typically have on medication absorption?
What effect does a higher blood flow to the gastric mucosa typically have on medication absorption?
A patient's fever is NOT a factor when considering which aspect of pharmacokinetics?
A patient's fever is NOT a factor when considering which aspect of pharmacokinetics?
Besides muscle mass, what other aspect of patient physiology is mentioned to affect medication administration?
Besides muscle mass, what other aspect of patient physiology is mentioned to affect medication administration?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that typically affects drug absorption?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that typically affects drug absorption?
Which of the following patient characteristics is LEAST likely to affect medication absorption in general?
Which of the following patient characteristics is LEAST likely to affect medication absorption in general?
A patient with a history of substance abuse has been prescribed several medications. Which of the following options presents the highest potential for abuse, based on the information provided?
A patient with a history of substance abuse has been prescribed several medications. Which of the following options presents the highest potential for abuse, based on the information provided?
An elderly patient arrives at the hospital with a weekly pill dispenser and a history of shortness of breath. Neither the patient nor her daughter can provide a list of current medications. Which resource would the nurse find most helpful in determining the medication names and dosages?
An elderly patient arrives at the hospital with a weekly pill dispenser and a history of shortness of breath. Neither the patient nor her daughter can provide a list of current medications. Which resource would the nurse find most helpful in determining the medication names and dosages?
Which medication schedule category has the lowest risk of abuse?
Which medication schedule category has the lowest risk of abuse?
What is a key difference between Schedule III and Schedule IV drugs in the context of abuse potential?
What is a key difference between Schedule III and Schedule IV drugs in the context of abuse potential?
When assessing a patient's medication history, why is it critical to obtain a comprehensive list of all medications, including prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs?
When assessing a patient's medication history, why is it critical to obtain a comprehensive list of all medications, including prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs?
A patient is prescribed two different drugs, one from Schedule III and another from Schedule IV. Which statement best describes their comparative risk for abuse?
A patient is prescribed two different drugs, one from Schedule III and another from Schedule IV. Which statement best describes their comparative risk for abuse?
In what context would a nurse refer to Drugs and Facts Comparisons resource?
In what context would a nurse refer to Drugs and Facts Comparisons resource?
Which factor is most important for a nurse to consider when assessing a patient's medications, pertaining to their risk of abuse?
Which factor is most important for a nurse to consider when assessing a patient's medications, pertaining to their risk of abuse?
Flashcards
Official drug name
Official drug name
The official name assigned by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to a drug.
Brand name
Brand name
The name given to a drug by its manufacturer, also known as the trademark.
Generic name
Generic name
The nonproprietary or generic name for a drug, provided by the United States Adopted Names Council.
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
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Therapeutic use
Therapeutic use
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Pharmacology
Pharmacology
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Drug
Drug
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Clinical pharmacology
Clinical pharmacology
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Pregnancy and Medications
Pregnancy and Medications
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Pediatric and Elderly Patients
Pediatric and Elderly Patients
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Drug Absorption
Drug Absorption
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Stomach pH
Stomach pH
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Blood Flow to Gastric Mucosa
Blood Flow to Gastric Mucosa
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Level of Consciousness and Absorption
Level of Consciousness and Absorption
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Fever and Absorption
Fever and Absorption
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Weight and Body Surface Area
Weight and Body Surface Area
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Drug Schedules
Drug Schedules
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Lortab Abuse Potential
Lortab Abuse Potential
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Lomotil Abuse Potential
Lomotil Abuse Potential
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Diazepam Abuse Potential
Diazepam Abuse Potential
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Phenobarbital Abuse Potential
Phenobarbital Abuse Potential
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What is Martindale—The Complete Drug Reference?
What is Martindale—The Complete Drug Reference?
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What is Drugs and Facts Comparisons?
What is Drugs and Facts Comparisons?
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What is a Substance of Abuse?
What is a Substance of Abuse?
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Study Notes
Drug Definitions and Standards
- Official drug names are listed by the FDA
- Brand names are given by manufacturers
- Generic names are given by the United States Adopted Names Council
Drug Abuse Potential
- Lortab (Schedule III) has a high potential for abuse, but less than Schedule I or II drugs
- Lomotil (Schedule V) has low potential for abuse
- Diazepam (Schedule IV) has low potential for abuse
- Phenobarbital (Schedule IV) has low potential for abuse
Medication History and Resources
- If a patient and their caregiver don't have a list of medications, use resources like Martindale—The Complete Drug Reference or Drugs and Facts Comparisons to identify medication names and dosages
Drug Therapy During Pregnancy
- Avoid drug therapy during pregnancy unless provider recommendations are given
- Consider physiological differences in elderly and pediatric patients when administering medication.
Factors Influencing GI Absorption
- Stomach pH - Affects passive diffusion absorption
- Blood flow to gastric mucosa- Affects absorption rate
- Level of consciousness - Does not influence absorption
- Fever - Does not influence absorption
- Weight/Body surface area - Does not directly affect absorption, but patient's size-related health issues may influence the process.
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