Anti-emetics Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE TEST PREP STUDY GUIDE 2024 VERIFIED ANSWERS algia - CORRECT ANSWER-pain angin; angina - CORRECT ANSWER-chest pain ant; anti - CORRECT ANSWER-against bio; biotic - CORRECT ANSWER-life a; an - CORRECT ANSWER-without bronch(o) - CORRECT ANSWER-bronchiole tubes to lungs cardi(o) - CORRECT ANSWER-heart coag; coagulate - CORRECT ANSWER-clot constrict - CORRECT ANSWER-narrow or tighten convulsion - CORRECT ANSWER-seizure de; dis - CORRECT ANSWER-away or free fro...

What are the 3 main, general, adverse effects of all chemotherapy agents? N/V, tumor lysis syndrome, and myelosuppression (anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia). What are the classes of medications we can use for nausea/vomiting related to chemotherapy? (give in the order of preferred treatments) (1) 5HT3-antagonists, (2) corticosteroids, (3) NK1-antagonists, (4) cannabinoids, (5) others - Reglan, antihistamines, benzodiazepines. (for anti-emetics, we typically only use 1-4. Benzos are...

Test Bank Prioritization Delegation and Assignment 4th Edition LaCharity Table of Contents Chapter 1. Pain ........................................................................................................................... 2 Chapter 2. Cancer ....................................................................................................................... 9 Chapter 3. Immunologic Problems ............................................................................................ ...

antacids CORRECT ANSWER Tums, Amphojel, Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids, Milk of Magnesia anti-ulcer CORRECT ANSWER Pepcid, Zantac, Tagamet antiemetics CORRECT ANSWER Dramamine, Phenergan, Antivert, Tigan emetics CORRECT ANSWER Syrup of Ipecac antidiarrheals CORRECT ANSWER kaolin, Pepto-Bismol, pectin, Kaopectate Cathartics/laxatives CORRECT ANSWER castor oil, Senokot, Dulcolax, Ex-Lax, Doxidan anti-inflammatory steroids CORRECT ANSWER Decadron, Meticorten, Orasone, Medrol, Cortef ...

PBCFR Protocols - ALS Medical Emergencies Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers Allergic Reaction - What two vital signs do we need? __&__ ____, and _____&____. - answer15 & 12 (leave cables connected) ETC02 & SP02 Allergic Reaction - Mild reaction is described as _________ ____? Treatment is ________? - answerUrticaria only. Tx is Benadryl (50mg/1ml, dilute with 9ml of NS, over 2 min IV/IO, >1 MO) Allergic Reaction - Moderate Reaction is described as ____________ + __________ ________? Tx...

Antihistamines: Action/Uses - ANSWER-Combat the effects of histamine; treat motion sickness and allergic reaction Antihistamines: side effects - ANSWER-Drowsiness, dizziness, loss of appetite, dry mouth, urinary retention Antihistamines: medications - ANSWER-Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Loratadine (Claritin) Phenergen (Promethazine) Dimetapp (brompheniramine) Antihistamines N.C. - ANSWER-Use with caution with cardiac conditions, men with prostate conditions Encourage fluids May deve...

1. The patient who is NPO for several days is at risk for atrophy of which of the following structures in the mucosal surface of the small bowel? Select one: a. Ligament of Treitz. b. Villi. c. Ampulla of Vater. d. Sphincter of Oddi.: b. Villi. 2. A bowel prep preoperatively for ostomy surgery is routinely utilized to decrease bacteria in the bowel. The section of the bowel with the greatest level of bacteria is: Select one: a. Distal portion of the colon. b. Proximal portion of the co...

WEB WOC Ostomy Care 2023 TEST BANK WITH 400+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS VERIFIED 100% The patient who is NPO for several days is at risk for atrophy of which of the following structures in the mucosal surface of the small bowel? Select one: a. Ligament of Treitz. b. Villi. c. Ampulla of Vater. d. Sphincter of Oddi. - ANSWER b. Villi. A bowel prep preoperatively for ostomy surgery is routinely utilized to decrease bacteria in the bowel. The section of the bowel with the greate...

MDC2 Exam 2 Acidosis The acid base balance of the blood and other ECF is upset by an excess of hydrogen. Arterial blood pH below 7.35 Causes of metabolic •Diabetic Ketoacidosis •Renal failure •Starvation •Diarrhea •Ileostomy •Hyperthyroidism •Pancreatitis •Liver failure •Dehydration •Seizure activity •Ethanol intoxication •Aspirin toxicity metabolic acidosis too much acid Hydrogen irons of metabolic acidosis are? Over Produced Under e...

MEDSURG 2 EXAM 4 EXAM | QUESTIONS & 100% CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+ | ALREADY GRADED What is chemotherapy? ANSWER: treatment that kills rapidly dividing cells. What are the side effects of chemotherapy? ANSWER: GI effects, fatigue, skin redness, loss of hair, respiratory effects, cardiovascular effects, reproductive effects, neuropathy, cognitive function changes, pain, bone marrow suppression. What is the nursing care of a client receiving chemothera...