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pharmacology suffixes Flashcards

1
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-dipine

A

Calcium Channel Blockers

Also diltiazem

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2
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-sartan

A

ARB’s (angiotensin receptor II blocker)

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3
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Clopridogrel function

A

antiplatelet

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4
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-pium

A

anticholinergic

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5
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ARB’s (lorsartan) are contraindicated for _______

A

Pregnancy

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6
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Before giving betablockers always assess what?

A

BP and HR

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7
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Before giving Ace Inhibitors always assess what?

A

BP, Potassium level, and creatinine

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8
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Before giving Diltiazem always assess what?

A

HR (calcium channel blockers)

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9
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-ide

Bumetanide

A

Loop Diuretic

K+ wasting

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10
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Isoniazid

A

Anti-tubercular drug

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11
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isoniazid complication

A

elevated liver enzymes - drug enduced hepatitis

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12
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Expected effects of Phenazopyridine HCL (pyridium)

A

discoloration of urine

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13
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Phenazopyridine HCL (pyridium)

A

Urinary Analgesic

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14
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-tyline

Amitriptyline

A

Trycyclic Antidepressant

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15
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most common side effects of Amitriptyline

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Dizziness, drowsiness, orthostatic hypotension

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16
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metoclopramide

A

antiemetic

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17
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metoclopramide complication

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Tardive Dyskinesia

  • uncontrollable motions
  • -sucking/smacking lip motions
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18
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-prazole

A

PPI

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19
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when giving Nitroglycerine IV always be on the lookout for _____

A

Dizziness/light headedness

-may indicate severe hypotension

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20
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What is the antidote/reversal agent for heparin?

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Protamine

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21
Q

Benzodiazepines should never be combined with what home supplements?

A

Melatonin
Valerian Root
Kava

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22
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common side effect of SSRI’s like Sertraline

A

Sexual Dysfunction

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23
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Phenytoin

A

Anticonvulsant

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24
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Complication of Phenytoin

A

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)

  • flu like s/s
  • purple or red rash
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25
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Ideal treatment for ASA (Aspirin) Toxicity

A

Activated charcoal if caught early

Followed by sodium bicarbonate

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26
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S/S of NMS (Neuro Malignant Syndrome)?

A

Fever
Muscle Rigidity
autonomic disfuntion

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27
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What drugs cause NMS?

A

Typical antipsycotics (Haloperidol, Fluphenazine)

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28
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At what age is the flu vaccine injection recommended?

A

6 months and up

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29
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Carbamezepine

A

anti siezure med

associated with leukopenia

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30
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Drug of choice for Trigeminal Neuralgia

A

Carbamezepine

31
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azathiopine

A

immunosuppressant

32
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Duloxetine

A

SSRI with pain relieving qualities

33
Q

Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors (TNF Inhibitors) are associated with

A

immunosuppression

34
Q

Absolute contraindication for thrombolytic therapy?

A

Hx of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation

35
Q

NSAID’s like Ibuprofen can have severe cardiovascular side effects such as

A

HTN
Stroke
MI
Heart Failure from fluid retention

36
Q

2 common meds types that can cause complications in clients with asthma

A

NSAID’s and Betablockers

37
Q

What common home medication is problematic for asthma patients

A

Ibuprofen

- because 10-20% of asthmatics have sensitivity to NSAIDS and Aspirin that causes bronchospasm

38
Q

Metronidazole (Flagyl) is used to treat? What should you avoid while taking it?

A

Trichomoniasis and amebiasis

Alcohol

39
Q

When should you take levothyroxine?

A

Early in the morning on an empty stomach. (Enteral intake decreases absorption)

40
Q

When should you administer pancrealipase

A

With client meals

41
Q

What S/S of Digoxin Toxicity should clients be told to report

A
  • Visual Changes
  • GI symptoms (nausea, vomiting, GI pain)
  • Neuro changes (lethargy, confusion)
42
Q

-glitazone

pioglitazone

A

Type-2 diabetes med

increases risk of cardiovascular events

43
Q

Benztropine

A

anticholinergic

treats extrapyramidal symptoms

44
Q

Risk factors for lithium toxicity

A

dehydration, kidney dysfunction, hyponatremia

45
Q

Standard treatment for acute asthma attack

A

SABA + Anticholinergic

Albuterol + Ipratropium

46
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Phenytoin teaching on personal care

A
  • Regular dental follow ups and good oral care.
  • Increase folic acid intake
  • May cause decreased bone density
47
Q

Acetylcysteine

A

Helps loosen respiratory secretions but can increase bronchospasm

48
Q

complication of amiodorone

A

pulmonary toxicity

49
Q

S/S of pulmonary toxicity

A

Dry cough
Pleuritic chest pain
Dyspnea

50
Q

Is montelukast used to treat or prevent asthma attacks?

A

Prevent

51
Q

Is Albuterol used to treat or prevent asthma attacks?

A

Treat

52
Q

Is Itrapropium used to treat or prevent asthma attacks?

A

Treat

53
Q

Desmopressin is a synthetic form of _______

A

ADH

54
Q

Signs that Desmopressin therapy is being effective in a client with diabetes insipidous

A

Decreased UOP

Increased Urine Specific Gravity

55
Q

Teaching on preventing side effects of Codeine

A

Drink plenty of water
Orthostatic Hypotension
Take with food

56
Q

Priority teaching for client taking isotretinoin for severe acne

A

Use 2 forms of contraception due to teratogenic effects

57
Q

How do ACE inhibitors affect potassium levels

A

They cause retention of potassium

58
Q

What is atropine used for

A

to increase heart rate

59
Q

Priority education for Allopurinol

A

Take with full glass of water and increase fluid intake throughout the day

60
Q

Codeine

A

Narcotic analgesic and cough suppressant

61
Q

Codeine contraindications

A

Exacerbation of COPD (reduces ability to clear secretions)

62
Q

Drug of choice for PSVT (Paroxymal Supraventricular Tachycardia)

A

Adenosine IVP

63
Q

Black Cohosh is used for

A

Perimenipausal hot flashes

64
Q

Hawthorne Extract is used for

A

Heart Failure

65
Q

St. John’s wort is used for

A

depression

66
Q

St. John’s wort contraindications

A
  • Pt is on SSRI’s or other antidepressants

- Hypertension

67
Q

Major concern with estradiol treatment in any form

A

hypercoagulability and increased risk of breast cancer

68
Q

Contraindications for anticholinergics (Esomeprazole, Ipratropium)

A

Glaucoma and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

69
Q

What complication should you watch for with -statin drugs

A

Rhabdomyolosis

70
Q

S/S of Rhabdomyolosis

A

muscle aches and weakness

Muscle disintegration can cause AKI

71
Q

Tiotropium

A

Long Acting Beta Agonist

72
Q

Meperidine

A

AKA Demerol. Opioid used in early labor

73
Q

When is it inappropriate to give Meperidine?

A

Within 1-3 hours of birth due to risk of neonatal resp. depression.

74
Q

Alprazolam

A

benzodiazapine

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