QMA study guide questions and answers

mydriatic - ans-Action: dilates pupil/ Use: eye examinations/ Adverse Effects : dry mouth , blurred vision/ Nusring Considerations: place inside lower lid, not directly on the eye (page 100 in binder) Example: atropine sulfate tardive dyskinesia - ans-Involuntary , repetitive useless movements such as spasms protrusion of the tongue and inability to swallow that occur almost continuously during waking hours but cease during sleep. Often the result of long-term antipsychotic use. Beta Blocker - ans-Action: lowers pressure Use: reduce blood pressure Beta blockers, also known as beta-adrenergic blocking agents, are medications that reduce your blood pressure. Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline. When you take beta blockers, your heart beats more slowly and with less force, thereby reducing blood pressure. Miotics - ans-Action: decreases eye pressure Use: treat glaucoma Adverse Effects: headache , perspiration, salivation , night blindness , blurred vision, possibility of increased high BP Example: pilocarpine HCL (Pilocar) Nursing Considerations: place med inside lower lid not , not directly on the eye , monitor BP, best to apply eye ointment at night if possible , wait 5 mins between 2 different eye meds. metformin (Glucophage) - ans-biguanide antidiabetic