3 Factors that affect drug absorption?
Age, Sex, Weight
Seven Rights of Drug Administration
1.) Right Resident 2.) Right Medication 3.) Right Dose 4.) Right route 5.) Right time 6.) Right Documentation 7.) Right to Refuse
Which of the following must you have completed to become a CMA
All of the above
While you are giving medications as CMA, your good friend pat comes up to the medication cart to talk to you. She is finished with her work and is telling you in detail about her date the evening before. What will you do?
Explain to Pat that you will have to hear about it later, after you give the, medications
When you are giving medications to Mr.Smith you accidently give him two aspirin tablets instead of the one tablet that is ordered. As soon as he has swallowed the aspirin you realize your mistake what will you do?
Immediately tell your supervisor
You are scheduled to work on Tuesday the 12th from 3pm to 11 pm when you wake up Tuesday morning at 10 you feel sick. When should you call your supervisor to tell him you will not be able to come in to work?
10 am
Normal Blood Pressure Range
110-140
Give Isopto Carpine 2 gtt od TID what will you give?
2 drops of isopto carpine in the right eye three times a day
Delcort Ung BID TOP To Rash what does this mean?
Delcort ointment twice a day applied topically to rash
Mr. Washington has orders for a medicine called Lipitor an ” antihyperlipidemic” This medicine is given to what
Work against high fat in the blood
When you take mr.wu’s blood pressure you hear heartbeats immediatley upon releasing the thumb screw of the cuff what will you do?
Wait three minutes with the cuff off repeat the blood pressure and pump the cuff 30 mmhg higher than you did on the first attempt
While working as a CMA the nursing supervisor tells you to report any signs of fluid retention in Mr.Jones what will you look for?
Weight gain and Edema
Mrs White has a new heart medication she complains of feeling dizzy, especially when she stands up suddenly . Which of the following cardiovascular side effects might she be experiencing?
Decreased Blood Pressure
Mr. Black complained about seeing rings light ” halos ” around lighted objects what medication might be rising to toxic levels in Mr. Blacks Blood?
Digoxin ( Heart Medicine )
As you give medications you notice that Ms.Chong has antihyperlipidemic ordered. You know that Ms.Chong must have high ?
Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Mr.Black is taking an anticoagulant You know that he should be watched for signs of
Bleeding
MrsWhite is taking a thiazide diuretic a major side effect of this drug could be?
low potassium
Mr.Jones is taking a medication that decreases the amount of acid made by his stomach this medicine is given to treat
ulcer
Antineoplastic Medication is a for waht
Cancer
Mrs.White asks yo how putting a nitroglycerin patch on her arm will help her chest pain what will you tell her?
The medicine in the patch will go through the skin and dialate the blood vessels around her heart
Before you give Mr.Black his anti inflammatory medication what should yo do?
Check to see if he has eaten recently or else give the medicine with food
Antitussives
Controls Coughs
Expectorant
Helps to cough up phlegm
Before you give Mr.Jones his Digoxin ( Lanoxin ) what will you check?
His Pulse
Under what circumstances will you not give the digoxin to Mr.Jones
If his pulse is below 60
Enteric Coated Aspirin
To dissolve in the intestines to prevent stomach irritation
Sediment
Shake the bottle then pour the medicine
For Ophthalmic use? You will apply this medication where
Ophthalmic means ” EYE”
The transderm Nitroglycerin patch Mrs White i wearing delivers nitroglycerin to her by?
Slow absorption through the skin into the blood stream
A long term facility is
a place that provides care for people who don’t need to be in a hospital but who are not able to return home
An observation that is factual or measurable in some way is a (n)
objective observation
A (n) _ is an unfavorable or harmful unintended action of a medication
adverse reaction
A drug interaction can occur when
Another substance or medication is is present in the body
Informaton included in the medication order
The dosage and form of the medication
The uap takes the pulse on an adult male and counts 72 beats per minute the uap knows that this rate is
about average for an adult
When counting the respirations remember that the average rate of respirations is _ per minute
12-16
Normal blood pressure may be affected by many factors including
Emotion and weight
When measuring a blood pressure
Place the cuff 4 inches above the elbow
When measuring blood pressure place the bell of the stethescope over the
Brachial Artery
The cardio vascular system is driven by the
Heart
The cardio vascular system works to
Bring oxygen and nourishment to the cells and remove waste products
A common disorder of the cardiovascular system would be
Congestive heart failure
The endocrine system is made up of
Glands
The glands of the endocrine system release __ that control the body’s activities and growth
Hormones
A common disorder of the endocrine system would be
Diabetes Militus
The Gastrointestinal system works to
Break down transport and absorb nutrients from food as well as remove waste
Two of the structures in the gastrointestinal system are the
Mouth and stomach
A common disorder in the gastrointestinal system would be
Hermia
The Integumentary system works to
Protect the other systems from infection, regulate temperature, and eliminate some waste products
The skin does many things to keep the body healthy including
It protects the inner structures and organs by forming a closed covering
Acute attacks of gout are usually treated with
Colchicines
An example of a muscle relaxant is
Flexiril
Antipyretic medications are used to
Reduce fever
If a medication is given to produce a calming effect without sleep it is a (n)
Sedative
If a medication is given to cause Sleep it is a (n)
Hypnotic
Use of barbiturates may cause
Physical Addiction
If a person taking barbiturates demonstrates a respiratory rate of less than 12 breaths per minute and dilated pupils, the uap should
Contact the persons licensed health care provider immediatelyy
Symptoms of parkisonism include
SLow movement and rigidity
An example oof antiparkinsonian medication is
Sinemet
Alzheimer’s disease is
progressive and cannot be cured
Behavioral problems associated with alzheimer’s disease include
Inability to retain new information disorientation and impaired balance
When educating a peron taking an anticonvulsant the uap should instruct the person to
Never skip a dose of his medication
The two primary precautions used in medication administration are
Hand washing and gloves
A drug resistant microorganism is one that
Is not killed by medication
The abbreviation ” ad lib ” means
As desired as much as needed
The abbreviation ” BID” means
Two times a day
The abbreviation ” C” with a line over it means
With
The abbreviation ” cap” means
Capsule
The abbrevition “d/c” means
Discontinue
The abbreviation ” g” means
Gram
The abbreviation “hs” means
Hour of sleep. or bed time
The abbreviation ” mg ” means
Milligram
The abbreviation ” OD” means
Right eye
A pressure ulcer also called a decubitus ulcer ulcer is a (n)
Open area of the skin over a bony area
The Musculoskeletal system is made up of the
Skeleton and muscles
Two structures of the musculoskeletal system are the
Muscles and ligaments
A common disorder of the musculoskeletal system would be
Arthristis
The nervous system works to
control and coordinate all body activities
Two of the structures of the nervous system would be
Parkinson’s disease
The reproductive system works to
Produce reproductive cells and sex hormones
A common disorder of the male reproductive system would be
Prostate Cancer
A common disorder of the female reproductive system would be
A rectocele
The respiratory system works to
Bring in oxygen for the blood and remove the waste product, carbon dioxide
Two of the structures in the respiratory system are the
Trachea and Nose
The medical term for the windpipe is the
Trachea
A Common disorder of the respiratory system would be
Pneumonia
The urinary system works to
Excrete liquid waste, manage blood chemistry, and manage fluid balance in the body
The main organs of the urinary system are the
Kidneys
A common disorder of the urinary system would be
Urinary Incontinence
The most common early symptoms of digitalis toxicity are anorexia and
Nausea, Vomiting,Arrhythmias
If a person taking a vasodialator complains of headache and lightheadedness, the uap should
Take the person’s blood pressure and contact the HCP if the blood pressure reading is lower than normal for the person
Another name for high blood pressure
Hypertension
Anticoagulant medications are used after a (n) __ has formed
Thrombus
Coumadin is an example of an _ medication
Anticoagulant
A common Antiplatelet medication is
Aspirin
Expectorant Medications are used to
Help loosen mucus and thin bronchial secretion
Bronchodialators are used to
Improve breathing in people who have COPD and Asthma
Asthma is a condition that results in
Narrowed, Inflamed and sensitive bronchial tubes
An example of asthma medication is
singulair
AN ulcer is a
Lesion caused by loss of tissue usually combined with inflammation
An ulcer can be caused by
A bacterium known as H.pylori
A person who is taking _ should not take antacids
Tetracyclines
Medications such as tagament and Pepcid are known as a histamine H2-Receptor antagonists. These medications are used to treat
Active duodenal ulcers and Hypersecretion in the stomach acid
Mucosal protective medications work by
Protecting the lining of the stomach
Medications such as Prilosec and Prevacid are known as gastric acid pump inhibitors. These medications work by
Suppressing the secretion of gastric acid
Which laxative would be used for chronic constipation
Metamucil
Antiemetics would be used to treat
Motion sickness
Warning signs of kidney or urinary tract disorders include
Hematuria and swelling of the hands and feet
Thiazide Diuretics are used to treat conditions including
Hypertension and Dieresis
Lasix may Cause many side effects including
Allergic Reaction
SOme medications may discolor urine. For example Pyridium will turn urine
Red or Orange
Ditropan Has many side effects including
Drowsiness
Grave’s Disease is a condition that
Is caused by too much thyroid hormone in the blood
Thyroid medications can cause many side effects including
Palpitations
Medications used to treat hyperthyroidism include
Radioactive Iodine and Tapazole
A medication that lowers blood sugar levels is called a
Hypoglycemic
Glucophage can cause many side effects including
A metallic taste in the mouth
Inflammation is
A normal response to infection injury or irritation of living tissue
An example of a corticosteroid is
Prednisone
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are used to
Alleviate arthritis pain and reduce joint stiffness
An example of an NSAID medication is
Naprosyn
A large dose of salicylate medications such as aspirin may cause side effects including
Blurred vision and ringing in the ears ( tinnitus )
A person taking celebrex should not take
antacids
Drug is affected by many factors. All of the following affect drug action except:
The patient’s intelligence.
the size and age
other drugs the resident is taking
time and route of adminstration
The patient’s intelligence
Which abbreviations are most likely to be found on an order for eye medication?
IM, IV, SQ
Stat, n.p.o., h.s.
bid, qid, tid, qod
OD, OU, OS, opth.
OD, OU, OS, opth.
The drug name owned by the manufacturer is called the:
brand name
product name
trade name
all of the above
all of the above
Pharmacokinetics is the study of:
the study of prescription drugs only
the signs and symptoms of disease
the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs
none of the above
the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs
Examples of drugs made from animal sources are:
insulin and heparin
furosemide and castor oil
magnesium hydrochloride and iodine
iron and calcium
insulin and heparin
A patient may take two drugs for hypertension because of their:
antagonistic affect
potentiation
synergistic effect
idiosyncratic response
synergistic effect
Parmacodynamics is the study of:
drug sources
the medical field
the diseases of the body
the interactions between drugs and the body
the interactions between drugs and the body
The following abbreviations are correct except
b.i.d. means 2 times daily
n.p.o. means nothing by mouth
stat means now
q.i.d. means every other day
q.i.d. means every other day
Rules that ensure uniform strength, quality, and purity of drugs are called:
drug standards
drug references
drug laws
drug specifications
Drug standards
Biotransformation is:
A. a series of chemical reactions that occur naturally
B. the removal of waste products
C. the same as metabolism
a. and c.
a. and c.
Examples of drugs made from plant sources are:
iron and salt
heparin and insulin
digitalis and opium
sulfa drugs and hydroxyurea
digitalis and opium
The generic name is usually the same as the:
brand name
chemical name
official name
trade name
official name
The action of a drug is:
a desireable effect that occurs apart from the primary purpose of giving the drug
the chemical effect on body cells
an unintenional affect of a drug
study of the body’s responses to a drug
the chemical effect on body cells
The route of administration in which absorption begins in the mouth is:
oral
subcutaneous
intramuscular
sublingual
sublingual
Which of the following do not affect drug action?
sensation and perception
absorption and distribution
metabolism and excretion
condition of liver and kidneys
sensation and perception
The CMA responsibility in adverse reaction is to:
reduce the dose
change the medication
increase the dose
immediately notify the charge nurse
immediately notify the charge nurse
Name the 7 Rights of medication administration.
- right drug
- right dose
- right patient
- right route
- right time
- right technique
- right documentation
Which of the following statements are true?
In Kansas, it is legal for a CMA to give insulin injections.
In a long term-care facility in Kansas, a CMA may administer oral, eye, topical, nasal, rectal, vaginal, and ear medication.
In Kansas it is legal for a CMA to take phone orders from a practitioner (physician assistance, nurse practioner) dentist, or pharmacist.
You must perform a task that is assigned to you, even if you do not feel trained or competent to perform the task.
In a long term-care facility in Kansas, a CMA may administer oral, eye, topical, nasal, rectal, vaginal, and ear medication.
Name the five commonly abused drugs that are identified in the textbook.
- Alcohol
- Nicotine
- Anabolic Steroids
- Barbiturates
- Depressants
Summarize the difference between the therapeutic effect and side effects.
Therapeutic effect is the desire or predicted physiological response caused by a drug.
Side effects are desirable or undesirable drug effects apart from the primary purpose of giving a drug
Where does the absorption begin for enteric coated pill?
in the mouth
in the small intestine
in the stomach
in the buccal cavity
in the small intestine
3 of the following are true. Select the statement that is untrue:
In a nursing facility, the discontinued medications are disposed of every 2 months by the CMA and charge nurse.
Unused doseage of medications should never be returned to the bottle.
The temperature of the medication room should never exceed 85 degrees.
A STAT order is to be administered at once.
In a nursing facility, the discontinued medications are disposed of every 2 months by the CMA and charge nurse.
When giving a nasal spray to a resident, the nose piece needs to be cleaned off with a tissue:
True
False
true
People who administer medications must understand kidney function and disorders because:
kidneys are involved in the excretion of drugs
kidneys that do not work properly can result in the acculumation of drugs in the body
many older adults have kidneys disease
all of the above
all of the above
Which of the following Physicians orders are writen correctly?
Amoxicillin 500mg p.o. for 10 days
Potassium Chloride 8mEq 2 capsules p.o. daily
Coumadin 5 mg 1 p.o. daily
Senna Plus 1 tablet p.o. daily
Potassium Chloride 8mEq 2 capsules p.o. daily
After administering ear drops, the resident only needs a cotton ball in the ear canal?
True
False
False
When setting up medications, read the label at least?
1 time
2 times
3 times
4 times
3 times
Ointment on a area that needs to be treated should be cleaned off first before more is applied?
True
False
True
Which of the following conversions is incorrect?
1/2 ounce = 20ml
1 tsp = 5ml
30ml = 1 ounce
2 tsp = 10ml
1/2 ounce = 20ml
If a resident refuses a narcotic that has been removed from the package, it is acceptable to throw it in the trash can?
True
False
False
Which of the following would not be a medication error?
The medication was given 25 minutes after is was ordered
The eye medication order was 1 gtt O.U. daily. The medication aid gave the medication drops in the right eye only.
The resident was given one tablet Lanoxin 0.125mg and he order was for Lanoxin 0.25mg daily.
The right medication was given to the right resident but it was not given at the time on the MAR.
The medication was given 25 minutes after is was ordered
Anyone administering eye drops to a resident should wear gloves?
True
False
True
All of the follow are necessary steps to take when a medication error has been made except?
Report the error to your supervisior immediately
Contact the resident’s family and inform them of your error
Complete the medication error form
Review why the medication error was made and what can be done to prevent if from happening again
Contact the resident’s family and inform them of your error
It is legal for a Medication Aide to do the following procedures except?
mediation soaks
simple dressing changes
application of heating pads
assist with inhailors
application of heating pads
After installing eye gtts (drops), pressure is held to the lacrimal sac (tear duct) for how long?
15 seconds
10 seconds
1 minute
2 minute
1 minute
The order for Keflex is 500mg. Keflex comes in capsules or suspension which would be a incorrect dosage?
Give 1/2 of a 1000mg capsule
Give 2 250mg capsules
Keflex suspension has 250ml per 5ml. The CMA would give 10ml of the suspension
Keflex suspension hs 1000mg per 20ml. The CMA would give 10ml of the suspension
Give 1/2 of a 1000mg capsule
When a tablet is given sublingual, the absorption begins in the mouth?
True
False
True
As a CMA you can give nebulizer treatments to all residents at the job?
True
False
False
hat is the goal of medication therapy?
to give CMA’s a job
to benefit research
to achieve a therapetic affect
to meet Medicare guideline
to achieve a therapetic affect
A transdermal patch should be dated when placed on a resident.
True
False
True
Cynosis is caused by the lack of
oxygen in the blood
plasma in the blood
calcium in the blood
nutrients in the blood
oxygen in the blood
Digoxin slows and strengthens the heart by acting as a:
vasodilator
vasoconstriction
heart stimulant
anticoagulant
heart stimulant
Antiarrhymics:
act on pacemaker cell that controls the heartbeat
are heart depressants
reduce flutter and fibrillation
all of the above
all of the above
Nitroglycerin is a:
vasodilator
diuretic
coagulant
vasoconstrictor
vasodilator
Blood pressure increases as a result of:
thickening of the blood
thinning of the blood
narrowing of the blood vessels
widening of blood vessels
narrowing of the blood vessels
The risk factors for heart disease:
heredity
sedatary lifestyle
hypoglycemia
hyerchololesterolemia
all but hypoglycemia
smoking
all but hypoglycemia
The following are commonly prescribed to treat hypertension
lisinopril
norvasc
clonidine hydrochloride
all of the above
all of the above
The average adult blood pressure is:
90/45
160/100
120/80
100/60
120/80
bleeding
hemorrhage
rapid heartbeat
tachycardia
shortness of breath (SOB)
dyspnea
swelling of the tissues
edema
chest pain
angina
irregular heartbeat
arrhythmia
The following are risk factors for heart disease:
a. heredity
b. sedentry lifestyle
c. hypoglycemia
d.
hypercholesterolemia
e. a, b, d
f. a, c, d
e. a, b, d
Persons taking anticoagulants:
must have regular blood tests to adjust doseages
must be observed for bleeding
are likely to be taking heprin or coumadin
all of the above
all of the above
Lack of red blood cells and hemoglobin is called:
angina
Hodgkin’s Disease
hypotension
anemia
anemia
All medications can be crushed and it will not alter their effectiveness:
True
False
False
Which is the most common medication give for a UTI (urinary tract infection)?
Pyridium
Penicillins
Sulfonamides
Diuretic
Sulfonamides
A patient is on a thiazide diuretics, there is a danger of excreting too much _ which could cause hypokalemia:
potassium
sodium
water
chloride
potassium
Nursing care related to diuretic therapy include all of the following except:
assess for homan’s signs
assess for signs of electrolyte inbalances -nausea, dry mouth, thrist
assess for signs of orthostatic hypotension
assess for signs of hypokalemia
assess for homan’s signs
Medications that are used to treat nausea and vomiting are called antiemetics. All of the following are in this drug classification except:
prochlorperazine (Compazine)
meclazine (Antivert)
Dramine
amtiriptyline (Elavil)
amtiriptyline (Elavil)
The following medications are in the diuretic classification. Check all that are correct:
bumentanide
furosemide
allopurinol
dyazide (Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene)
bumetanide
furosemide
dyazide
Which drug is used to treat edema?
cardiac gylcosides
analgesics
urinary antiseptics
diuretic
diuretic
Which of the following is an incorrect statement about oxygen therapy?
Oxygen per simple mask must be delivered at 5-6 LPM to prevent carbon dioxide washout
Oxygen is a medicane and needs to have a Physician order
oxygen must never be stopped suddenly, it must be weaned
combustible materials must be kept away from oxygen
Oxygen per simple mask must be delivered at 5-6 LPM to prevent carbon dioxide washout
What is the action of bronchodilators?
to decrease the histamine effects of allergens
to lower the blood glucose levels
to relax the bronchioles and increase mucus clerance
to prevent infections
to relax the bronchioles and increase mucus clerance
An example of a laxative that takes 12 hours to 3 days to be effective is:
senokot (senna)
Metamucil (psyllium)
colace (docusate sodium)
milk of magnesia
Metamucil (psyllium)
Which of the following drug classifications are used to treat runny noses?
expectorants
anticoagulants
antihistamine
antitussives
antihistamine
Antitussives are used for:
for the control of nonproductive coughs
for acute pulomary edema
to reduce intraocular pressure
to prevent infections
for the control of nonproductive coughs
Blood and pus in the urine:
are revealed by urine tests
may be signs of disorders in the kidney
are known as hematuria and pyuria
all of the above
all of the above
Prevacid, Nexium, Protonix, Prilosec
Proton Pump inhibitors
simethicone, Mylicon
Antiflalents
Ducolax, Metamucil, Colace
laxatives
Tagamet, Axid, Pepacid,
Histamine H2-Receptor Antagonists
Zofran, Dramamine, Compazine, Antivert
Antiemetics
Lomotil
Antidiarrheals
Shaking, stiffness, and slowness of movements is classic signs of;
parkinson’s disease
epilepsy
brain tumor
meniere’s disease
parkinson’s disease
Drugs that dilate the pupil are called?
carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
antibiotics
cyctoplegics
mydriatics
mydriatics
An eye disorder that is characterized by increased interocular pressure is:
conjunctivitis
blepharitis
glucoma
hordeolum
glucoma
Always give analgesics:
after the last dose has worn off
on time to keep the patient as comfortable as possible.
only when the patient seem to be in pain
at bedtime
on time to keep the patient as comfortable as possible.
A Cardiovascular accident is:
a disorder of the ear
a interuption of the blood supply (blood clot) to the brain with tissue death in a protion of the brain
a sign of psychosis
a nerve disease
a interuption of the blood supply (blood clot) to the brain with tissue death in a protion of the brain
As a result of aging process, the sclera becomes?
white
yellow
red
pink
yellow
The medical term for dizziness is:
stupor
psychosis
coma
vertigo
vertigo
Cereum is:
increased pressure in the eye
one of the bone of the ear
ear wax
the instrment used to view within the ear
ear wax
Dilatin, Depakote, and Tegretol are:
antianxiety
antipsychotic
sedatives
anticonvulsants
anticonvulsants
A drug used to treat Parkinson’s disease is:
Aricept
Sinemet (carbidopa/levodpa)
Dilantin (phenytoin)
Neurotin (garbapentin)
Sinemet (carbidopa/levodpa)
Diplopia is:
a bacterial infection of the eyelid
double vision
a hard cyst on the eyelid
increased pressure within the eye
double vision
Isopto or artificial tears are given for:
treat reddened eyes
relieve interoccular pressure with Glucoma
treat dry eyes
prevent infections
treat dry eyes
Two main side effects of Antidepressant medications are:
dry mouth and constipation
urine incontience and flight of ideas
increased ability to concentrate and remember
hypertension and bradycardia
dry mouth and constipation
Namenda, Razadyne, Aricept, and Exelon are medications used to treat:
Seizure Disorder
Myasthema Gravis
Multiple Sclerosis
Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s
Ringing in the ear is:
Presbycusis
Vertigo
Tinitus
Cerumen
Tinitus
If the eye drop lands on the outer eyelid when administering eye drops:
never administer another drop
ask the resident if they want another drop
repeat administering the drop
take a cotton tip and push the drop into the eye
repeat administering the drop
The CMA should apply pressure to the lacrimal sac for 1 minute after administering:
Diamox
Auralgan drops
Timopitic drops
Afrin Spray
Timopitic drops
A disorder involving periodic seizures or convulsions is called:
dipolpia
Parkinson’s Disease
epilepsy
multiple sclerosis
epilepsy
All of the following are used to treat Glaucoma except:
Diamox
Pilocarpine
Cosopt
Cernumenex
cernumenex
The following antidepressants are not recommend to be given to the elderly:
Zoloft and Lexapro
Celexa and Trazadone
Wellbutrin and Effexor
Elavil and Tofranil
Elavil and Tofranil
Join pain and stiffness caused by wear and tear of bone rubbing together is known as:
osteoarthritis
osteoporosis
rhuematoid arthritis
gouty arthritis
osteoarthritis
Methocarbarmol (Robaxin), Para Forte, and cyclobenzapine (Flexeril) are types of:
analegics
muscle relaxants
corticosteroids
anti-inflammatory
muscle relaxants
A sign that a resident has taken to much aspirin is?
a ringing in the ears
increased joint pain
severe itching
all of the above
a ringing in the ears
In a Diabetic extreme hunger, sweating, confusion, palpitations, and restlessness during sleep may be signs of:
insulin underdose
diabetic coma
hypoglycemia
glycsouria
hypoglycemia
Nursing care related to corticosteroids includes assessing for the following side effects except:
weight gain and edema
fever and sore throat
muscle weakness and elevated blood glucose
increased urine output and headache
increased urine output and headache
A drug-drug interaction with aspirin occurs with:
albuterol
actos
Cardizem
coumadin (warfarin)
coumadin (warfarin)
Drugs that increase blood sugars levels include all of the following except:
Nicotine
corticosteroids
estrogen
sulfonamides
sulfonamides
Zyloprim (allopurinol) is used to treat:
rheumatoid arthritis
gout
bursitis
synovitis
gout
Drugs used to treat hypothyroidism:
Glucagon, Lantus insulin
Synthroid, Cytomel, levothroid
predisone, decadron, methylprednisotone
Dubinese, Orinase, Tolinse
Synthroid, Cytomel, levothroid
The drug of choice for osteoarthritis is:
Mortin (ibuprofen)
aspirin
Naprosyn
cholchicine
aspirin
Oral corticosteroids are sometimes given to reduce inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis. What side effects limit their usefulness?
bone thinning
psychological changes
peptic ulcers
all of the above
all of the above
Because patients with musculoskeletal conditions are often in pain, be sure to:
give medications for pain only several hours after the last does has worn off
ignore their fears and psychological needs so that they do not dwell on them
have them exercise the joint prior to giving pain medications
avoid sudden, jarring movements, support body parts if they must be moved and give pain medications before the last dose has worn off
avoid sudden, jarring movements, support body parts if they must be moved and give pain medications before the last dose has worn off
Predisone and dexamethasone are frequently used because of their:
anti-inflammatory effect
diuretic effect
antipyretic effect
antineoplastic action
anti-inflammatory effect
Which of the following are not an oral hypoglycemic agent?
rosiglitazone
metformin
Lyrica
orinase
Lyrica
Insulin is produced by the:
Brain
Pancreas
Gallbladder
Parathyroid glands
Pancreas
The resident has Levothroid 25 mcg tablets, but the dose is 75 mcg. How would the CMA determine the right dose would be?
Give 2 tablets
Give 3 tablets
Give 4 tablets
Contact the charge nurse to see why the ordered dose is not available.
Give 3 tablets
The resident has Tylenol 1000 mg ordered, the floor stock Tylenol on hand is 325 mg tablets. How many tablets do you give?
1 tablets
2 tablets
2 1/2 tablets
Contact the Nurse to obtain 500 mg Tylenol tablets (extra strength Tylenol), give 2 tablets.
Contact the Nurse to obtain 500 mg Tylenol tablets (extra strength Tylenol), give 2 tablets.
3 factors that affect drug absorption
age, weight, sex
Expectorant
Helps to cough up phlegm