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Teacher 125 terms kiarie86Preview Pharma Teacher Ann Practice questions for this set Learn1 / 7Study with Learn Medication for low blood glucose, given via injection for unresponsive patients Medication for low blood glucose, given via injection for unresponsive patients Glucagon

Low blood sugar symptoms: tremors,

pallor, agitation, treated with sugar and carbs Hypoglycemia Taken daily with food, may increase blood sugar, suppress immune system Steroids

Symptoms: fever, nervousness, increased

heart rate, diarrhea; requires immediate hospital referral Thyroid Storm Choose an answer 1Insulin2Cortisol 3Glucagon4Epinephrine Don't know?

Includes checking blood sugars, rotating injection sites, monitoring A1C, and recognizing symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia Insulin Self-Care Clear and cloudy insulins can be mixed, vials should be rolled and stored in a cool place Regular and NPH Insulin Mixing Causes vision difficulties, especially when administering medications for diabetics Retinopathy Administered to treat low blood sugar Lispro Results from sudden discontinuation of corticosteroids Addison's Syndrome Medications that lower blood glucose levels Beta Blockers Smokers have increased risk of deep vein thrombosis DVT Risk with Oral Birth Control NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration NPH Peak Times TSH levels are elevated in hypothyroidism TSH Levels in Hypothyroidism Patients should avoid aspirin, as it increases bleeding risk, and be aware of potential gastric ulcers Prednisone Education Taken in the morning before breakfast, at the same time daily, on an empty stomach Thyroid Medication Administration Should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, consider timing of last sexual encounter Emergency Contraceptives Applied as a thin line on the inner eye lid, pull down lower lid Antibiotic Eye Ointment Application Avoid with zinc, minerals, cold meds, or OTC meds Cipro Contraindications Presents with lip swelling, difficulty breathing, requires airway patency and orders for epi, Benadryl, and Solumedrol Allergic Reaction in ER Include tarry, black stool, petechiae, dizziness, fatigue, shortness of breath, hypotension, and random nosebleeds Bleeding Symptoms Desmopressin should be held, increase fluid intake to prevent cerebral edema Desmopressin and Low Sodium Levels Given for motion sickness and sedation Diphenhydramine Administration Potent antibiotic that requires monitoring of peak and trough levels, treats MRSA, should be given through a central line to avoid extravasation Vancomycin Occurs when taking cephalosporin and alcohol Disulfiram Reaction

Macrolide antibiotics, like azithromycin, contribute to liver damage Hepatotoxic Antimicrobial Increased risk of Achilles's tendon rupture Fluoroquinolone and Steroid Side Effect May cause bleeding gums and bloody nose, check platelet levels Methotrexate Side Effects Include bladder erosion, bleeding, require increased fluid intake Acylphosphonate Side Effects Use without NSAIDs to avoid bleeding and gastric erosion Steroids for Ulcerative Colitis High dose/multiple antibiotics, immunocompromised, on chemotherapy C-Diff Risk Factors Avoid during pregnancy and in children under 8, monitor liver function, take on an empty stomach, maintain oral hygiene, protect from sunlight Tetracyclines Education Contains active cultures, avoid with fluoroquinolones, good source of calcium Yogurt Consumption Method to adjust insulin dosage based on blood glucose levels Sliding Scale Reading Include ototoxicity, increased bleeding, potential kidney damage Aspirin Side Effects