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LTC Medications Flashcards

1
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What drug class is oxycodone in?

A

Opioid analgesic

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2
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What is important to remember about medications in the drug class opioid analgesic?

A

They are controlled substances.

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3
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What drug class is hydrocodone in?

A

Opioid analgesic

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4
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What drug class is Norco in?

A

Opioid analgesic

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5
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What is the generic name for Norco?

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Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

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6
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What drug class is Percocet in?

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Opioid analgesic

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7
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What is the generic name for Percocet?

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Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

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8
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How are drugs in the opioid analgesic drug class administered?

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PO

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9
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When can drugs in the opioid analgesic drug class be administered?

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Daily or PRN

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10
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Why are drugs in the opioid analgesic drug class given?

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To treat moderate to sever pain (ratings of 4-10)

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11
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What can help determine the amount of an opioid analgesic medication is to be given?

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The patient’s reported pain rating

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12
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What vital signs must be assessed BEFORE and AFTER giving an opioid analgesic medication?

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Pain level, BP, HR, RR, SpO2, LOC

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13
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What is the antidote for opioid analgesic medications?

A

Narcan

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14
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What medication is often paired with an opioid analgesic medication?

A

Stool softener

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15
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What should be assessed before administering a stool softener?

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Last bowel movement and consistency of last bowel movement

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16
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What are the side effects of an opioid analgesic medication?

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CNS depression
Respiratory depression
hypotension
bradycardia
constipation
(May cause abdominal upset)
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17
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How do opioid analgesic medications work?

A

Alter the perception of pain and the body’s response to painful stimuli
Depresses the central nervous system

18
Q

What drug class is Tramadol in?

A

Analgesic (controlled)

19
Q

What is the trade name for Tramadol?

A

Ultram

20
Q

What drug class is Ultram in?

A

Analgesic (controlled)

21
Q

How is Tramadol administered?

A

PO (can also be a scheduled IV controlled substance, but that is less common.

22
Q

When can Ultram be given?

A

PRN or scheduled for pain control

23
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Why is Tramadol given?

A

For moderate to moderately severe pain

24
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How does Tramadol/Ultram work?

A

Binds to opioid receptors to decrease transmission of pain. Decreases pain within the body

25
Q

What needs to be assessed BEFORE and AFTER the administration of Tramadol/Ultram?

A

Pain, RR, BP, HR, SpO2, LOC

26
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What can Tramadol/Ultram cause?

A

CNS depression, constipation

27
Q

If there is prolonged use of Tramadol/Ultram, what needs to be assessed?

A

Tolerance or addiction

28
Q

What medication is an antipyretic?

A

Acetaminophen

29
Q

What medication is a nonopioid analgesic?

A

Acetaminophen

30
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What drug classes is MAPAP in?

A

Antipyretic, Nonopioid analgesic

31
Q

How is Tylenol administered?

A

PO, suppository

32
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Why is Acetaminophen given?

A

To treat mild pain or fever

33
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How does MAPAP work?

A

Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis within the body preventing fever and pain.

34
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What does Tylenol not prevent?

A

Inflammation

35
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When is Acetaminophen given?

A

PRN, Daily

36
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What is the maximum daily dose of Acetaminophen?

A

4 grams

37
Q

What is the maximum daily dose of Acetaminophen is the patient has liver disease?

A

3 grams

38
Q

What labs need to be monitored if Tylenol is taken daily?

A

Liver function labs (AST, ALT, ALP)

39
Q

What needs to be assessed before and after giving tylenol?

A

Pain (if being given for pain)
Temperature (if being given for fever)
*If Tylenol is ordered PRN for pain, do NOT give Tylenol for a fever. A new order will be needed.

40
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What are the two other names for Tylenol?

A

MAPAP, Acetaminophen

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