Comprehensive Pharmacology Study Guide RN
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Medications that relieve pain without loss of
Analgesic Drugs
consciousness.
Opioid Analgesics Strong pain relievers derived from opium.
Nonopioid Analgesics Pain relievers not derived from opium.
Acetaminophen Nonopioid analgesic for mild to moderate pain.
NSAIDs Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief.
Adjuvant Drugs Assist primary drugs in pain relief.
3-step Analgesic Ladder Guideline for pain management using analgesics.
, Patient-controlled Patient self-administers pain medication via pump.
Analgesia (PCA)
Opioid Tolerance Adaptation reduces drug effects over time.
Analgesic Ceiling Effect Maximum effect reached; higher doses ineffective.
Bind to opioid receptors, producing analgesic
Opioid Agonists
response.
Agonists-Antagonists Partial agonists that provide weaker pain relief.
Opioid Antagonists Block opioid receptors, reversing effects of opioids.
Naloxone Opioid antagonist used for overdose reversal.
Black Box Warning Serious risks associated with specific medications.
Reduced central nervous system activity; risk of
CNS Depression
respiratory depression.
Acetaminophen Adverse Includes hepatotoxicity and skin disorders.
Effects
NSAIDs Mechanism of Inhibit cyclooxygenase enzyme, reducing
Action inflammation.
Salicylates Aspirin and related compounds for pain relief.
Reye's Syndrome Risk in children using aspirin during viral infections.
Cholinesterase Inhibitors Used in Alzheimer's disease treatment.
General Anesthetics Induce loss of consciousness for surgical procedures.
Local Anesthetics Block sensation in a specific area.
Neuromuscular Blocking Cause muscle paralysis for surgical procedures.
Drugs
Antidepressant Drugs Used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.
Mood Stabilizers Medications that stabilize mood fluctuations.
Antibiotics Medications that treat bacterial infections.
Diabetes Drugs Medications for managing blood glucose levels.
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Medications that relieve pain without loss of
Analgesic Drugs
consciousness.
Opioid Analgesics Strong pain relievers derived from opium.
Nonopioid Analgesics Pain relievers not derived from opium.
Acetaminophen Nonopioid analgesic for mild to moderate pain.
NSAIDs Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief.
Adjuvant Drugs Assist primary drugs in pain relief.
3-step Analgesic Ladder Guideline for pain management using analgesics.
, Patient-controlled Patient self-administers pain medication via pump.
Analgesia (PCA)
Opioid Tolerance Adaptation reduces drug effects over time.
Analgesic Ceiling Effect Maximum effect reached; higher doses ineffective.
Bind to opioid receptors, producing analgesic
Opioid Agonists
response.
Agonists-Antagonists Partial agonists that provide weaker pain relief.
Opioid Antagonists Block opioid receptors, reversing effects of opioids.
Naloxone Opioid antagonist used for overdose reversal.
Black Box Warning Serious risks associated with specific medications.
Reduced central nervous system activity; risk of
CNS Depression
respiratory depression.
Acetaminophen Adverse Includes hepatotoxicity and skin disorders.
Effects
NSAIDs Mechanism of Inhibit cyclooxygenase enzyme, reducing
Action inflammation.
Salicylates Aspirin and related compounds for pain relief.
Reye's Syndrome Risk in children using aspirin during viral infections.
Cholinesterase Inhibitors Used in Alzheimer's disease treatment.
General Anesthetics Induce loss of consciousness for surgical procedures.
Local Anesthetics Block sensation in a specific area.
Neuromuscular Blocking Cause muscle paralysis for surgical procedures.
Drugs
Antidepressant Drugs Used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.
Mood Stabilizers Medications that stabilize mood fluctuations.
Antibiotics Medications that treat bacterial infections.
Diabetes Drugs Medications for managing blood glucose levels.
