Non-Opioid Analgesic

Question 1

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Medication Name/ Ending

Answer 1

acetominophen (tylenol)

Question 2

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Pharmacological Action

Answer 2

produces analgesia by inhibiting prostaglandin and other substances that sensitize pain receptors
relieves fever through central action in the hypothalamus

Question 3

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Therapeutic Uses

Answer 3

fever control
pain control

Question 4

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Adverse Reaction

Answer 4

acute toxicity due to overdose

Question 5

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Contraindications

Answer 5

liver disease
allergies

Question 6

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Usual Dosages

Answer 6

oral, IV, rectal
max dose 4g/24 hrs (2g for chronic alcoholics)

Question 7

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Administration

Answer 7

can cause acute liver failure (especially when taken with herbal supplements)
maximum dose

Question 8

Non-Opioid Analgesic: Patient Teaching

Answer 8

avoid alcohol ingestion with APAP
report s/Sx of liver failure: illogical thinking, severe dyspepsia, jaundice, inability to eat, weakness
warn pt to stop drug and seek medical attention if a rash or other reaction occurs