NUR 2474 Rasmussen Pharm Exam 2 (Respiratory, GI, Cardiac,
lipid drugs, anticoagulation)
Medication for low blood glucose, given via injection for unresponsive patients - ANSWER:Glucagon
Low blood sugar symptoms: tremors, pallor, agitation, treated with sugar and carbs -
ANSWER:Hypoglycemia
Taken daily with food, may increase blood sugar, suppress immune system - ANSWER:Steroids
Symptoms: fever, nervousness, increased heart rate, diarrhea; requires immediate hospital referral -
ANSWER:Thyroid Storm
Includes checking blood sugars, rotating injection sites, monitoring A1C, and recognizing symptoms of
hypo/hyperglycemia - ANSWER:Insulin Self-Care
Clear and cloudy insulins can be mixed, vials should be rolled and stored in a cool place -
ANSWER:Regular and NPH Insulin Mixing
Causes vision difficulties, especially when administering medications for diabetics - ANSWER:Retinopathy
Administered to treat low blood sugar - ANSWER:Lispro
Results from sudden discontinuation of corticosteroids - ANSWER:Addison's Syndrome
Medications that lower blood glucose levels - ANSWER:Beta Blockers
Smokers have increased risk of deep vein thrombosis - ANSWER:DVT Risk with Oral Birth Control
NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration - ANSWER:NPH Peak Times
TSH levels are elevated in hypothyroidism - ANSWER:TSH Levels in Hypothyroidism
Patients should avoid aspirin, as it increases bleeding risk, and be aware of potential gastric ulcers -
ANSWER:Prednisone Education
Taken in the morning before breakfast, at the same time daily, on an empty stomach - ANSWER:Thyroid
Medication Administration
Should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, consider timing of last sexual encounter -
ANSWER:Emergency Contraceptives
Applied as a thin line on the inner eye lid, pull down lower lid - ANSWER:Antibiotic Eye Ointment
Application
Avoid with zinc, minerals, cold meds, or OTC meds - ANSWER:Cipro Contraindications
Presents with lip swelling, difficulty breathing, requires airway patency and orders for epi, Benadryl, and
Solumedrol - ANSWER:Allergic Reaction in ER
lipid drugs, anticoagulation)
Medication for low blood glucose, given via injection for unresponsive patients - ANSWER:Glucagon
Low blood sugar symptoms: tremors, pallor, agitation, treated with sugar and carbs -
ANSWER:Hypoglycemia
Taken daily with food, may increase blood sugar, suppress immune system - ANSWER:Steroids
Symptoms: fever, nervousness, increased heart rate, diarrhea; requires immediate hospital referral -
ANSWER:Thyroid Storm
Includes checking blood sugars, rotating injection sites, monitoring A1C, and recognizing symptoms of
hypo/hyperglycemia - ANSWER:Insulin Self-Care
Clear and cloudy insulins can be mixed, vials should be rolled and stored in a cool place -
ANSWER:Regular and NPH Insulin Mixing
Causes vision difficulties, especially when administering medications for diabetics - ANSWER:Retinopathy
Administered to treat low blood sugar - ANSWER:Lispro
Results from sudden discontinuation of corticosteroids - ANSWER:Addison's Syndrome
Medications that lower blood glucose levels - ANSWER:Beta Blockers
Smokers have increased risk of deep vein thrombosis - ANSWER:DVT Risk with Oral Birth Control
NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration - ANSWER:NPH Peak Times
TSH levels are elevated in hypothyroidism - ANSWER:TSH Levels in Hypothyroidism
Patients should avoid aspirin, as it increases bleeding risk, and be aware of potential gastric ulcers -
ANSWER:Prednisone Education
Taken in the morning before breakfast, at the same time daily, on an empty stomach - ANSWER:Thyroid
Medication Administration
Should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, consider timing of last sexual encounter -
ANSWER:Emergency Contraceptives
Applied as a thin line on the inner eye lid, pull down lower lid - ANSWER:Antibiotic Eye Ointment
Application
Avoid with zinc, minerals, cold meds, or OTC meds - ANSWER:Cipro Contraindications
Presents with lip swelling, difficulty breathing, requires airway patency and orders for epi, Benadryl, and
Solumedrol - ANSWER:Allergic Reaction in ER
