Exam 3 meds Flashcards
(18 cards)
Beta Adrenergic agonists prototype
albuterol (short-acting)
Beta adrenergic agonists admin
orally (long-term control)
Inhalants (short-acting, rescue)
beta adrenergic agonists considerations
take before glucocorticoid inhaler
Glucocorticoids prototype
inhalant- beclomethasone
oral/IV- Prednisone (Deltasone)
Glucocorticoids admin
Inhaler- admin beta-adrenergic agonists (albuterol) first
Antihistamines prototype
diphenhydramine (benadrly)
Antihistamines adverse reactions and interventions
anticholinergic effects- sip water, hard candy, high fiber, laxative
drowsiness- monitor; educate to not operate heavy machinery
anticholinergic effects symptoms
dry mouth
constipation
urinary hesitancy
penicillins prototype
penicillin
penicillins contraindication
can reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives
penicillins nursing considerations
can reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives
cephalosporins prototype
cephalexin
how to remember cephalosporins
ceph-
ceft-
Cephalosporins side effect and intervention
allergy- do not give if allergic to penicillin
Tetracyclines prototype
tetracyclines
Tetracyclines side effects and interventions
hepatotoxicity- monitor liver labs
suprainfection- monitor, stop
what is tetracycline pharm class
broad-spectrum antibiotic
cephalosporin and penicillin pharm class
beta-lactam antibiotic