caregiver state exam prep-Questions, Answers|
Newest Update 2026/2027
a.c.
before meals
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
analgesic, antipyretic
pain relievers and fever reducers
pharmacological class: Analgesic
administration of drugs
where the medication was given oral, sublingual, optic etc
adverse effect
side effects from a medication
allergic reactions
sensitivities to substances
leads to anaphylaxis
anaglesic
relief from pain
,anaphylactic
causes anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock
Anaphylaxis
caused a serious allergic response like hives
Anemia
lack healthy red blood cells
angina
chest pain
antacid
drug that neutralizes stomach acid
antibiotic
inhibits the growth or mircoorganisms, used to fight infections
broad spectrum
antibodies that work against many bacteria both negative and positive
anticoagulant
prevents blood clotting]
,too much anticoagulant
excessive bruising, blood in urine, bleeding from the gums
Coumadin
blood thinner
OTC anticoagulant
aspirin
Anticonvulsants
prevent or control seizures
Dilantin (phenytoin)
requires monitoring of their blood concentration
Neurontin
is an anticonvulsant
antiemetic
controls nausea and vomiting
Antigout Agent
, correct overproduction or under excretion of uric acid (best to drink the med with a
full glass of water)
antifungal
a drug that kills or prevents the growth of fungi
Nystatin
Antifungal is a powder
Antihistamines
treats many allergies (Benadryl)
antihypertensives
treat hypertension (high blood pressure)
anti-inflammatory
a drug that reduces inflammation
(make sure resident has food) NSAIDs
NSAIDs
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
antipsychotic drugs
Newest Update 2026/2027
a.c.
before meals
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
analgesic, antipyretic
pain relievers and fever reducers
pharmacological class: Analgesic
administration of drugs
where the medication was given oral, sublingual, optic etc
adverse effect
side effects from a medication
allergic reactions
sensitivities to substances
leads to anaphylaxis
anaglesic
relief from pain
,anaphylactic
causes anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock
Anaphylaxis
caused a serious allergic response like hives
Anemia
lack healthy red blood cells
angina
chest pain
antacid
drug that neutralizes stomach acid
antibiotic
inhibits the growth or mircoorganisms, used to fight infections
broad spectrum
antibodies that work against many bacteria both negative and positive
anticoagulant
prevents blood clotting]
,too much anticoagulant
excessive bruising, blood in urine, bleeding from the gums
Coumadin
blood thinner
OTC anticoagulant
aspirin
Anticonvulsants
prevent or control seizures
Dilantin (phenytoin)
requires monitoring of their blood concentration
Neurontin
is an anticonvulsant
antiemetic
controls nausea and vomiting
Antigout Agent
, correct overproduction or under excretion of uric acid (best to drink the med with a
full glass of water)
antifungal
a drug that kills or prevents the growth of fungi
Nystatin
Antifungal is a powder
Antihistamines
treats many allergies (Benadryl)
antihypertensives
treat hypertension (high blood pressure)
anti-inflammatory
a drug that reduces inflammation
(make sure resident has food) NSAIDs
NSAIDs
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
antipsychotic drugs
