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VATI Pharmacology Review (Latest) 100% Correct
A client with a digoxin level of 2.4 ng/ml has a heart rate of 39.
The health care provider prescribes atropine sulfate. What best
describes the intended action of atropine for this client?
.....ANSWER.....To accelerate the HR by interfering with vagal
impulses
*Atropine-anticholinergics
What is felbamate used for? .....ANSWER.....refractory partial
and generalized seizures, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
What is Lennox-Gastaut syndrome? .....ANSWER.....kids < 7 y/o
with mental retardation and seizures (any type)
What are the S/S of Herpes simplex 2? .....ANSWER.....Vesicular
lesions
Tingling pains
Fever
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HA
Swollen lymph nodes
What are astringents? .....ANSWER.....Liquid-based formulas that
contain alcohol that help cleanse skin, tighten pores and dry out
oil. Astringent pads used to relieve itching, burning, and irritation
caused by hemorrhoids
What is an adverse effect of glucocorticoids?
.....ANSWER.....Peptic ulcers b/c glucocorticoids irritate the gastric
mucosa
How do glucocorticoids affect potassium? .....ANSWER.....Cause
hypokalemia
Zolpidem (Ambien) causes what adverse effect?
.....ANSWER.....Dizziness and daytime drowsiness
*used for insomnia
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What is hydroxychloroquine? .....ANSWER.....Antimalarial med
used for RA. High risk of SE of retinopathy, which can be
irreversible and cause blindness
How should hemorrhoids be treated? .....ANSWER.....-Increase
fluids and fiber to soften stool and reduce straining
-Topical analgesic ointments
-Astringent pads
When is herpes simplex most transmissible?
.....ANSWER.....Equally transmissible in active and latent stages
What is doxepin (Silenor)? .....ANSWER.....Tricyclic antidepressant
(TCA) used for depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Anticholinergic
effects and postural hypotension
What is clonidine? .....ANSWER.....An alpha 2 agonist used for
HTN, severe pain, and ADHD. Common adverse effect: dry mouth
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When removing a central line from a client's right internal jugular
vein, how should the client be positioned?
.....ANSWER.....Trendelenberg. Entry site should be below the
level of the client's heart (limit blood's ability to flow for a bit)
What are the SE of Bumex (bumetanide)? .....ANSWER.....-
hypokalemia
-postural hypotension
-Ototoxicity
-Nephrotoxicity
-HA
-loss of appetite
How does an increase in sodium levels affect lithium levels?
.....ANSWER.....Decreases lithium levels
*Indirectly related
VATI Pharmacology Review (Latest) 100% Correct
A client with a digoxin level of 2.4 ng/ml has a heart rate of 39.
The health care provider prescribes atropine sulfate. What best
describes the intended action of atropine for this client?
.....ANSWER.....To accelerate the HR by interfering with vagal
impulses
*Atropine-anticholinergics
What is felbamate used for? .....ANSWER.....refractory partial
and generalized seizures, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
What is Lennox-Gastaut syndrome? .....ANSWER.....kids < 7 y/o
with mental retardation and seizures (any type)
What are the S/S of Herpes simplex 2? .....ANSWER.....Vesicular
lesions
Tingling pains
Fever
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HA
Swollen lymph nodes
What are astringents? .....ANSWER.....Liquid-based formulas that
contain alcohol that help cleanse skin, tighten pores and dry out
oil. Astringent pads used to relieve itching, burning, and irritation
caused by hemorrhoids
What is an adverse effect of glucocorticoids?
.....ANSWER.....Peptic ulcers b/c glucocorticoids irritate the gastric
mucosa
How do glucocorticoids affect potassium? .....ANSWER.....Cause
hypokalemia
Zolpidem (Ambien) causes what adverse effect?
.....ANSWER.....Dizziness and daytime drowsiness
*used for insomnia
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What is hydroxychloroquine? .....ANSWER.....Antimalarial med
used for RA. High risk of SE of retinopathy, which can be
irreversible and cause blindness
How should hemorrhoids be treated? .....ANSWER.....-Increase
fluids and fiber to soften stool and reduce straining
-Topical analgesic ointments
-Astringent pads
When is herpes simplex most transmissible?
.....ANSWER.....Equally transmissible in active and latent stages
What is doxepin (Silenor)? .....ANSWER.....Tricyclic antidepressant
(TCA) used for depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Anticholinergic
effects and postural hypotension
What is clonidine? .....ANSWER.....An alpha 2 agonist used for
HTN, severe pain, and ADHD. Common adverse effect: dry mouth
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When removing a central line from a client's right internal jugular
vein, how should the client be positioned?
.....ANSWER.....Trendelenberg. Entry site should be below the
level of the client's heart (limit blood's ability to flow for a bit)
What are the SE of Bumex (bumetanide)? .....ANSWER.....-
hypokalemia
-postural hypotension
-Ototoxicity
-Nephrotoxicity
-HA
-loss of appetite
How does an increase in sodium levels affect lithium levels?
.....ANSWER.....Decreases lithium levels
*Indirectly related
