NUR 2474 Rasmussen Pharm Exam 2
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1. Medication for low blood glucose, given via injection for unresponsive
patients - ANSWER Glucagon
2. Low blood sugar symptoms: tremors, pallor, agitation, treated with sugar
and carbs - ANSWER Hypoglycemia
3. Taken daily with food, may increase blood sugar, suppress immune system -
ANSWER Steroids
4. Symptoms: fever, nervousness, increased heart rate, diarrhea; requires
immediate hospital referral - ANSWER Thyroid Storm
5. Given for motion sickness and sedation - ANSWER Diphenhydramine
Administration
6. Potent antibiotic that requires monitoring of peak and trough levels, treats
MRSA, should be given through a central line to avoid extravasation -
ANSWER Vancomycin
7. Occurs when taking cephalosporin and alcohol - ANSWER Disulfiram
Reaction
,8. Macrolide antibiotics, like azithromycin, contribute to liver damage -
ANSWER Hepatotoxic Antimicrobial
9. Increased risk of Achilles's tendon rupture - ANSWER Fluoroquinolone and
Steroid Side Effect
10.May cause bleeding gums and bloody nose, check platelet levels -
ANSWER Methotrexate Side Effects
11.Include bladder erosion, bleeding, require increased fluid intake -
ANSWER Acylphosphonate Side Effects
12.Use without NSAIDs to avoid bleeding and gastric erosion - ANSWER
Steroids for Ulcerative Colitis
13.High dose/multiple antibiotics, immunocompromised, on chemotherapy -
ANSWER C-Diff Risk Factors
14.Avoid during pregnancy and in children under 8, monitor liver function, take
on an empty stomach, maintain oral hygiene, protect from sunlight -
ANSWER Tetracyclines Education
15.Contains active cultures, avoid with fluoroquinolones, good source of
calcium - ANSWER Yogurt Consumption
16.Method to adjust insulin dosage based on blood glucose levels - ANSWER
Sliding Scale Reading
,17.Include ototoxicity, increased bleeding, potential kidney damage -
ANSWER Aspirin Side Effects
18.Loop Diuretics - ANSWER Furosemide
19.Thiazide Diuretics - ANSWER Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
20.K Sparing Diuretics - ANSWER Spironolactone
21.ACE Inhibitors - ANSWER lisinopril, captopril
22.Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blockers - ANSWER Losartan
23.Includes checking blood sugars, rotating injection sites, monitoring A1C,
and recognizing symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia - ANSWER Insulin Self-
Care
24.Clear and cloudy insulins can be mixed, vials should be rolled and stored in
a cool place - ANSWER Regular and NPH Insulin Mixing
25.Causes vision difficulties, especially when administering medications for
diabetics - ANSWER Retinopathy
26.Administered to treat low blood sugar - ANSWER Lispro
27.Results from sudden discontinuation of corticosteroids - ANSWER
Addison's Syndrome
, 28.Medications that lower blood glucose levels - ANSWER Beta Blockers
29.Smokers have increased risk of deep vein thrombosis - ANSWER DVT
Risk with Oral Birth Control
30.NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration - ANSWER NPH Peak
Times
31.TSH levels are elevated in hypothyroidism - ANSWER TSH Levels in
Hypothyroidism
32.Patients should avoid aspirin, as it increases bleeding risk, and be aware of
potential gastric ulcers - ANSWER Prednisone Education
33.Taken in the morning before breakfast, at the same time daily, on an empty
stomach - ANSWER Thyroid Medication Administration
34.Should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, consider timing of last
sexual encounter - ANSWER Emergency Contraceptives
35.Applied as a thin line on the inner eye lid, pull down lower lid - ANSWER
Antibiotic Eye Ointment Application
36.Avoid with zinc, minerals, cold meds, or OTC meds - ANSWER Cipro
Contraindications
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1. Medication for low blood glucose, given via injection for unresponsive
patients - ANSWER Glucagon
2. Low blood sugar symptoms: tremors, pallor, agitation, treated with sugar
and carbs - ANSWER Hypoglycemia
3. Taken daily with food, may increase blood sugar, suppress immune system -
ANSWER Steroids
4. Symptoms: fever, nervousness, increased heart rate, diarrhea; requires
immediate hospital referral - ANSWER Thyroid Storm
5. Given for motion sickness and sedation - ANSWER Diphenhydramine
Administration
6. Potent antibiotic that requires monitoring of peak and trough levels, treats
MRSA, should be given through a central line to avoid extravasation -
ANSWER Vancomycin
7. Occurs when taking cephalosporin and alcohol - ANSWER Disulfiram
Reaction
,8. Macrolide antibiotics, like azithromycin, contribute to liver damage -
ANSWER Hepatotoxic Antimicrobial
9. Increased risk of Achilles's tendon rupture - ANSWER Fluoroquinolone and
Steroid Side Effect
10.May cause bleeding gums and bloody nose, check platelet levels -
ANSWER Methotrexate Side Effects
11.Include bladder erosion, bleeding, require increased fluid intake -
ANSWER Acylphosphonate Side Effects
12.Use without NSAIDs to avoid bleeding and gastric erosion - ANSWER
Steroids for Ulcerative Colitis
13.High dose/multiple antibiotics, immunocompromised, on chemotherapy -
ANSWER C-Diff Risk Factors
14.Avoid during pregnancy and in children under 8, monitor liver function, take
on an empty stomach, maintain oral hygiene, protect from sunlight -
ANSWER Tetracyclines Education
15.Contains active cultures, avoid with fluoroquinolones, good source of
calcium - ANSWER Yogurt Consumption
16.Method to adjust insulin dosage based on blood glucose levels - ANSWER
Sliding Scale Reading
,17.Include ototoxicity, increased bleeding, potential kidney damage -
ANSWER Aspirin Side Effects
18.Loop Diuretics - ANSWER Furosemide
19.Thiazide Diuretics - ANSWER Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
20.K Sparing Diuretics - ANSWER Spironolactone
21.ACE Inhibitors - ANSWER lisinopril, captopril
22.Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blockers - ANSWER Losartan
23.Includes checking blood sugars, rotating injection sites, monitoring A1C,
and recognizing symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia - ANSWER Insulin Self-
Care
24.Clear and cloudy insulins can be mixed, vials should be rolled and stored in
a cool place - ANSWER Regular and NPH Insulin Mixing
25.Causes vision difficulties, especially when administering medications for
diabetics - ANSWER Retinopathy
26.Administered to treat low blood sugar - ANSWER Lispro
27.Results from sudden discontinuation of corticosteroids - ANSWER
Addison's Syndrome
, 28.Medications that lower blood glucose levels - ANSWER Beta Blockers
29.Smokers have increased risk of deep vein thrombosis - ANSWER DVT
Risk with Oral Birth Control
30.NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration - ANSWER NPH Peak
Times
31.TSH levels are elevated in hypothyroidism - ANSWER TSH Levels in
Hypothyroidism
32.Patients should avoid aspirin, as it increases bleeding risk, and be aware of
potential gastric ulcers - ANSWER Prednisone Education
33.Taken in the morning before breakfast, at the same time daily, on an empty
stomach - ANSWER Thyroid Medication Administration
34.Should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, consider timing of last
sexual encounter - ANSWER Emergency Contraceptives
35.Applied as a thin line on the inner eye lid, pull down lower lid - ANSWER
Antibiotic Eye Ointment Application
36.Avoid with zinc, minerals, cold meds, or OTC meds - ANSWER Cipro
Contraindications
