Medication Classes

Question 1

Antihypertensives

Answer 1

treats clients with hypertension

Question 2

Cardiac Glycosides

Answer 2

Used in treatment for clients with heart failure or ineffective pumping of the heart muscle by increasing force and velocity of myocardial contractions

Question 3

Antianginal Medications

Answer 3

Prevent and treat angina - chest pain caused by reduced blood flow and oxygen

Question 4

Antidysrhythmic Agents

Answer 4

Used to treat arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms) by modifying electrical impulses

Question 5

Antilipemic Drugs

Answer 5

Lower LDL levels and increase HDL levels to reduce elevated cholesterol levels

Question 6

Beta 2 Adrenergic Agonists

Answer 6

Promote bronchodilation and smooth muscle relaxation
(SABA & LABA)

Question 7

Methylxanthines

Answer 7

Relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle resulting in bronchodilation
-phyllines

Question 8

Inhaled Anticholinergics

Answer 8

block acetylcholine which activates the muscarinic receptors and results in bronchodilation

-tropium

Question 9

Glucocorticoids

Answer 9

Prevent inflammatory response by suppression of airway mucus production

-sone

Question 10

Leukotriene Modifiers

Answer 10

Decrease inflammation, bronchoconstriction, airway edema, and mucus production

-lukast

Question 11

Antitussives

Answer 11

Suppress cough through CNS

Question 12

Expectorants

Answer 12

Promote increased mucus secretion to increase cough production

Question 13

Mucolytics

Answer 13

Enhance the flow of secretions in the respiratory tract

Question 14

Decongestants

Answer 14

Used to reduce nasal congestion caused by common cold, allergies, or sinusitis

Question 15

Antihistamines

Answer 15

Block the effects of histamine and decreases allergy response

Question 16

Oral Hypoglycemics

Answer 16

Controls glucose levels in clients with type 2 diabetes

Question 17

Insulin

Answer 17

Manage diabetes that vary in onset, peak, and duration

R-Lispro
S-Regular
I-NPH (cloudy)
L-Lantus

Question 18

Glycemic Agent

Answer 18

Helps rapidly raise blood glucose levels in severe cases of hypoglycemia (for unresponsive clients)

Question 19

Thyroid Hormone

Answer 19

Stimulates metabolism of all body systems by accelerating the rate of cellular oxygenation

Question 20

Thyroid Hormone Antagonist

Answer 20

Blocks or reduces the effects of thyroid hormones in the body (inhibits synthesis of thyroid hormone)

Question 21

Anterior Pituitary / Growth Hormone

Answer 21

Increase production of insulin like growth factor throughout the body

Question 22

Posterior Pituitary Hormones / Antidiuretic Hormones

Answer 22

Promote reabsorption of water with the kidneys; vasoconstriction of vascular smooth muscle.

Question 23

Adrenal Hormone Replacement

Answer 23

Replace or supplement the hormones that the adrenal gland aren’t able to produce in sufficient amounts . Treatment is used when adrenal gland are underactive or damaged, like in addison’s disease.

Question 24

Iron preparations

Answer 24

Treat iron deficiency

Question 25

Anticoagulant

Answer 25

Known as blood thinners that prevent blood clot formation or reduce the size of existing clots -warfarin : inhibit vitamin k clotting factors

Question 26

Anti-platelet Medication

Answer 26

Prevent platelets from clumping together by inhibiting enzyme factors that normally promote clotting.

Question 27

Thrombolytic Meedications

Answer 27

Dissolve clots that have already been formed by destroying fibrinogen and other clotting factors

Question 28

Antacids

Answer 28

Neutralize gastric acid and inactivate pepsin to replace an acidic environment and neutralize stomach acid.

Question 29

Antisecretory / Blocking Agents

Answer 29

Reduce or inhibit the secretion of stomach acid or other digestive fluids. Helps with excessive acid production that causes discomfort or damage.

Question 30

Mucosal Protectants

Answer 30

Protect the lining of the stomach and intestines from the damages of stomach acid by forming a protective barrier over mucosal lining.

Question 31

Antiemetics

Answer 31

Prevent nausea/vomiting

Question 32

Antidiarrheals

Answer 32

Used to reduce or stop diarrhea

Question 33

Stool Softners/Laxatives

Answer 33

Facilitates peristalsis and bowel movements.

Question 34

Diuretics

Answer 34

Increase amount of fluid excretion via renal system.

Question 35

Osmotic Diuretics

Answer 35

removes excess fluid from the body by increasing the osmolarity of the blood or the kidneys.

Question 36

Anticholinergic Medications

Answer 36

Block acetylcholine which normally helps the bladder contract and release urine.

Question 37

Sexual Dysfunction Medications

Answer 37

Increase blood flow to penis to help achieve and maintain an erection.

Question 38

Antimicrobials

Answer 38

Kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Question 39

Antibiotics

Answer 39

Antimicrobial specifically designed to target and treat bacterial infections

Question 40

Antivirals

Answer 40

treat infections caused by viruses

Question 41

Antifungals

Answer 41

treat infections caused by fungi

Question 42

Bisphosphonates

Answer 42

Help treat bone-related conditions particularly those involving bone loss or weakening.

Question 43

Antirheumatics

Answer 43

treat disorders that affect the joins, muscles, and connective tissues by reducing inflammation, alleviating pain, and slowing disease progression.

Question 44

Glucocorticoids

Answer 44

Provide symptomatic relief of inflammation and pain.

Question 45

NSAID's

Answer 45

Provide rapid and relief of inflammation and pain.

Question 46

Antipsychotic Medications

Answer 46

Block dopamine, acetylcholine, histamine, and norepinephrine receptors in the brain.

Question 47

Bipolar Disorder Medications

Answer 47

Produce neurochemical changes in the brain to control acute mania, depression, and incidence of suicide.

Question 48

St. Johns Wort

Answer 48

-Depression -Seasonal affective disorder -Anxiety

Question 49

Echinacea

Answer 49

-Prevents and treats common cold -Promotes wound healing

Question 50

Garlic

Answer 50

-Blocks LDL cholesterol -Raises HDL cholesterol -Disrupts coagulation -Acts vasodilator (lowers blood pressure)

Question 51

Ginger Root

Answer 51

-Relieves vertigo and nausea -Increases gastric mucus production -Suppresses platelet aggregation -Decreases pain from rheumatoid arthritis -Treats morning sickness and motion sickness

Question 52

Ginko

Answer 52

-Treats dementia and memory loss -Decreases pain with walking in clients with Peripheral Arterial Disease

Question 53

Glucosamine

Answer 53

-Relives osteoarthritis -Promotes joint health

Question 54

Melatonin

Answer 54

Treats insomnia and jet lag