CT DDS Med Cert Latest Update (2023/2024) Already Passed

CT DDS Med Cert Latest Update (2023/2024) Already Passed Absorption Movement of medication from the stomach or intenstines in the blood stream. Acute Illness Sickness that begins quickly and last a short time Adverse effect Unexpected and possibly serious or life threatening effects of a medication Akathesia Inability to sit still Analgesics Medication to relieve pain Anaphylaxis A severe, potentially life threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate emergency medical care Antacids Medications that reduce acid in the stomach Antagonist The interference of two or more substances that decreases the effect of the medication. One medication decreases the effect of another medication Anti-Anxiety Meds Medication used to treat anxiety, tension and nervousness. Ie. Anxiolytics Antiarrythmic Correcting irregular heart rhythm Anticoagulant Drug used to prevent abnormal blood clotting Anti-cholinergic Medication They treat the muscle movement disorders seen with antipsychotic medications Anticonvulsant Medication used to control seizures Antihistamines Medication used to reduce symptoms of allergies Antipsychotic Medication Known as neuroleptics Antipyretic Medications used to reduce fever Anti-tussives Medication that suppress the cough reflex; stop a cough (Robotussin) Ataxia A decrease in coordination when walking Bronchi The tubes in the respiratory system between the throat and the lungs Bronchodilator Medication the opens constricted airways Cathartic Drug used for constipation. Assist in emptying the bowel Chemical name The formula used to produce the medication Chronic illness Sickness or disease that is of long duration. Cannot be cured will not go away Therapeutic effect Medication works as it was intended