Analgesic and diuretic quick questions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of analgesic drugs
A
Drugs that are used for pain relief
2
Q
what are the analgesic drugs paramedics can give on the road
A
entonox
ibuprofen
methoxyflurine
morphine
paracetamol
3
Q
what are the other 3 drugs paramedics may see be given as an analgesic drug
A
fentanyl
ketamine
lidocaine
4
Q
what are the medications that paramedics use to reverse acute opioids/opioid toxicity
A
Naloxone Hydrochloride
5
Q
what is a diuretic drug
A
a drug that helps reduce excess fluid build up within the body, they act on the kidneys to encourage release water (causing an increase in urination)
6
Q
Examples of diuretic drugs
A
furosemide
bumetanide
torsemide
