Pharmacology Review for NCLEX

Pharmacology Review for NCLEX Leave the first rating Students also studied Terms in this set (50) Science Medicine Save Clin Path Final 276 terms KschaeferlePreview Medication classes 31 terms erlloyddavies Preview Competency 15 Teacher 53 terms Turner155Preview Physiol

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jeff Practice questions for this set Learn1 / 7Study using Learn a synthetic adrenocortical steroid possessing very potent mineralocorticoid properties Loperamide (Imodium)synthetic opioid used as an antidiarrheal, slows peristalsis and increases fluid absorption Pancrelipase (Creon)medication containing lipase, protease, and amylase enzymes diltiazem (Cardizem)calcium channel blocker. used to treat Afib Choose an answer 1fludrocortisone (Florinef)2testosterone (androgel) 3azathioprine (imuran)4dexamethasone (decadron) Don't know?

nystatin (Nystop)used to treat oral candidiasis or thrush.albuterol sulfate (Proventil)beta-adrenergic agents, bronchodilator nifedipine (Procardia)potent calcium channel blocker antihypertensive- grapefruit and grapefruit must be avoided phenytoin (Dilantin)anticonvulsant drug used to treat generalized tonic-clonic seizures.terazosin (Hytrin)alpha adrenergic blocker that can relieve urinary retention in clients with BPH as well as treat hypertension levothyroxine (Synthroid)Hormone used to treat hypothyroidism symptoms azathioprine (Imuran)an immunosuppressant drug that is used to treat Inflammatory Bowel Disease and prevent organ transplant rejection baclofen (Lioresal)antispasmodic drug that promotes skeletal muscle relaxation colchicine (Colcrys)used for acute attacks of gout and decreases the inflammation and pain associated with deposition of uric acid and crystals in the joints tamoxifen (Soltamox)mixed agonist and antagonist activity on estrogen receptors metoprolol (Lopressor)beta blocker, given to clients post MI to reduce the risk of reinfarction.simvastatin (Zocor)lipid lowering given to clients with elevated triglycerides and LDL cholesterol lisinopril (Prinivil)ACE inhibitor used to decrease blood pressure adenosine (Adenocard)Antiarrhythmic agent-drug of choice for an SVT sodium nitroprusside (Nipride)a highly potent vasodilator (both venous and arteriolar) - venous dilation reduces preload (volume of blood in ventricles at the end of diastole) -arterial dilation reduces after load.fentanyl (Duragesic)narcotic used for moderate to severe chronic pain.carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet)Dopamine promotor useful in controlling Parkinson's disease movement disorders pantoprazole (Protonix)proton pump inhibitor furosemide(Lasix)loop diuretic that will decrease both left and right-sided preload NPH Insulinlong acting insulin hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil)antimalarial drug, but more commonly prescribed to reduce fatigue and treat the skin and arthritic manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematous (SLE)

acyclovir (Zovirax)antiviral- used to treat herpes infection, as they shorten duration and severity of active lesions guaifenesin ER (Mucinex)expectorant medication that increases respiratory fluids and thins secretions to facilitate mobilization and expectoration desmopressin acetate (DDAVP)synthetic form of ADH, decreases urinary output and increased urine specific gravity as the urine becomes less dilute enoxaparin (Lovenox)anticoagulant used to prevent venous thromboembolism glyburide (Glynase)oral antidiabetic agent methylphenidate (Ritalin)used to treat ADHD levofloxacin (Levaquin)Fluoroquinolone antibiotic ziprasidone hydrochloride (Geodon)an atypical antipsychotic drug used for acute bipolar mania, acute psychosis and agitate sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate)used to treat moderate hyperkalemia potassium is exchanged for sodium in the intestines and excreted in the stool.Calcium acetate (PhosLo)a phosphate binder used to treat hyperphosphatemia in clients with CKD. Calcium acetate lowers the serum phosphorus level by binding to dietary phosphate and excreting it in feces Metronidazole (Flagyl)first-line anti-infective drug used to treat infectious diarrhea caused by C. Diff benztropine (cogentin)anticholinergic medication used to treat some extrapyramidal symptoms, side effects of some antipsychotic medications isosorbide dinitrate (Isordil)nitrate indicated for the prevention of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease.paroxetine (Paxil)Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), metoclopramide (Reglan)antiemetic that promotes GI motility and gastric emptying -treat nausea/ vomiting and gastroparesis alprazolam (Xanax)benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety fludrocortisone (Florinef)a synthetic adrenocortical steroid possessing very potent mineralocorticoid properties

mitotane (lysodren)medication used to suppress cortisol production methylprednisolone (Solu-medrol)an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid testosterone (Androgel)an androgen replacement therapy Propylthiouracial (PTU)HYPERthyroid med Methimazole (Tapazole)HYPERthyroid med Inderal (propanolol)Beta Blocker slow HR , used to treat hyperthyroidism LithiumTreat Bipolar Amiodaronetreat A fib treat heart rhythmic probs Levothyroxine (Synthyroid)HYPOthyroid med take on empty stomach

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IV dose is always half of oral