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(2026/2027)
This NUR 334 Exam 3 focuses on pharmacology for respiratory
medications, fluid and electrolyte balance, and related nursing
interventions, typically covering Modules 5 and 6. Key content
includes beta-adrenergic agonists (albuterol), leukotriene
modifiers (montelukast), anticholinergics (ipratropium), and
corticosteroids. Key topics also include managing electrolyte imbalances,
IV fluids, and nursing judgments regarding patient assessments.
Key Study Areas & Topics
Respiratory Medications: Management of airway obstruction,
asthma, and chronic bronchitis with medications like albuterol,
montelukast, and theophylline (side effects include tachycardia and
seizures).
Respiratory Symptom Management: Use of antihistamines
(Diphenhydramine - warning for narrow-angle glaucoma), nasal sprays
(Oxymetazoline - rebound congestion), and cough suppressants
(Codeine).
Fluid & Electrolytes: Evaluation of hypertonic, hypotonic, and
crystalloid solutions, management of hyponatremia and hyperkalemia,
and detecting fluid volume overload.
Drug Classes: Focus on antimicrobial/antibiotic principles, such as
culture/sensitivity testing and classes like penicillins and cephalosporins.
Nursing Process & Clinical Judgment: Assessment of patient cues,
recognizing signs of distress (e.g., cyanosis, restlessness), setting SMART
goals, and prioritizing interventions.
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, Key Drugs to Know
Bronchodilators/Asthma: Albuterol, Salmeterol, Theophylline,
Ipratropium.
Anti-inflammatories/Steroids: Prednisone, Montelukast.
Upper Respiratory: Diphenhydramine, Loratadine, Oxymetazoline.
TB Meds: Rifampin, Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide.
Exam Focus
Nursing Management: Monitoring labs (AST, ALT, LFTs for
hepatotoxicity).
Patient Education: Ensuring understanding of medication
administration and compliance.
Assessment: Identifying symptoms of drug adverse effects (e.g., thrush
from inhalers).
Quiz_________________?
Rifampin + Isoniazid use -
Answer
TB
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Isoniazid S/E -
Answer
neurotoxicity (seizures, coma, numbness, tingling)
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, Quiz_________________?
Rifampin + Isoniazid labs drawn -
Answer
liver labs (hepatotoxicity)
Quiz_________________?
Rifampin S/E -
Answer
blurred vision, drowsiness, dyspnea, shivering, chills
Quiz_________________?
OTC allergy medications use (symptoms) -
Answer
runny nose, itchy eyes, itchy throat
Quiz_________________?
category of drugs for OTC allergy medications -
Answer
antihistamines
Quiz_________________?
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, S/E for allergy medications -
Answer
restlessness, headache, sedation (depending on med)
Quiz_________________?
OTC cold medications -
Answer
decongestiants
Quiz_________________?
contraindications of OTC medications -
Answer
cardiac issues (sympathomimetics cause HTN)
Quiz_________________?
all OTC medications contain dozens of ingredients with varying percentage -
Answer
just something to note!
Quiz_________________?
risks for overdose of OTC medications -
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