General Med Info Flashcards
1
Q
what is humulin 70/30
A
- combo of insulin regular and NPH
- 70 = NPH, 30 = regular
2
Q
what are the steps to mixing insulin
A
1) draw air
2) inject air into NPH
3) inject air into R
4) draw up R
5) draw up NPH
3
Q
what is the only anti-psychotic that can be given to a pregnant person?
A
- haldol (haloperidol)
4
Q
what size needle is used for IM?
A
21 G, 1”
(think I = 1)
5
Q
what size needle is used for subcut
A
25 G 5/8”
(think S = 5)
6
Q
how can heparin be given
A
IV or subcut
7
Q
what is the onset of heparin
A
- immediately
8
Q
what is the max amount of time heparin can be given
A
3 weeks
9
Q
what is the antidote for heparin
A
protaminsulfate
10
Q
what lab test is related to heparin
A
PTT
11
Q
can heparin be given to pregnant women?
A
yes
12
Q
how is warfarin given
A
PO only
13
Q
how long does it take for warfarin to work
A
few days to 1 week
14
Q
how long can warfarin be given for
A
- no limit, can be on for rest of life
15
Q
what is the antidote for warfarin
A
vitamin K
