Msn 611 final exam Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Where are H4 receptors located? - ANSeosinophils, neutrophils, and T cells In the stomach, histamine is released by - ANSenterochromaffin-like cells Toxic effect of first generation antihistamines - ANSconvulsions, postural hypotension (falls), and cardiac arrhythmias s/s hallucinations, incoordination, convulsions, arrhythmias and fever anaphylaxis and antihistamines - ANSantihistamines alone are not sufficient treatment. Patients should receive epi. Can be added on as adjuvant t...

An enzyme capable of breaking cross-links between fibrin molecules and disrupting the structural integrity of blood clots correct answer: plasmin How is tumor lysis syndrome managed in leukemia patients? A. Dosage reduction B. IV hydration C. Treatment disruption D. Drug rotation correct answer: B. IV hydration When prescribing benzodiazepines, only lorazepam, oxazepam, or temazepam should be considered for which patients? A. Patients with obesity B. Elderly C. Patients with bipol...

acyclovir - ANSantiviral: tx of hsv, varicella, herpes zoster, CMV MOA: interferes w/ viral synthesis of DNA CI: renal/hepatic disease, caution w/ electrolyte imbalance, seizure disorder, breastfeeding, children AE: n/v, anorexia, diarrhea, lethargy, rash, pruritis, increased bleeding time, phlebitis, nephrotoxicity, neuropathy, thrombocytopenia DI: aminoglycosides, amphotericin B, probenecid, interferon, decreases effect of phenytoin monitor: renal function notes: lowers seizure threshol...

plasmin - ANSAn enzyme capable of breaking cross-links between fibrin molecules and disrupting the structural integrity of blood clots B. IV hydration - ANSHow is tumor lysis syndrome managed in leukemia patients? A. Dosage reduction B. IV hydration C. Treatment disruption D. Drug rotation Patients with hepatic impairment - ANSWhen prescribing benzodiazepines, only lorazepam, oxazepam, or temazepam should be considered for which patients? A. Patients with obesity B. Elderly C. Pa...

Eosinophils, neutrophils, and T cells contain the type of histamine receptors referred to as - ANSH4 Second generation antihistamine that cannot be removed by hemodialysis - ANSCetirizine How is enterobiasis diagnosed? - ANSPerianal swab examination for eggs Treatment modalities of tuberculosis - ANSdirectly observed therapy to ensure adherence to drug regimen (if the regimen is less than daily); if patient has a decline provider should ensure no drug resistance, proper compliance, ...