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NUR160 DRUGS

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Trade name for ondansetron, the antiemetic. administered IV, IM, R, PO & ODT.
Drug's in this category include heroin and LSD, high potential for abuse and will not be prescribed.
This anticoagulant is administered SC or IV. remember to check PTT and know the antidote.
Rapid acting bronchodilator, used to treat acute asthma attack. Administer a bronchodilator first when using both a bronchodilator and anti-inflammatory inhaler.
Beta blocker that treats glaucoma. to prevent systemic absorption, place gentle pressure on lacrimal duct with gloved finger for 1 minute.
Trade name for warfarin, an anticoagulant administered by mouth. Monitor PT/INR
Trade name for a combination of the opioid hydrocodone and the non-opioid anctamenaphen. Effective pain relief, with decreased side -effects of both drugs.
Trade name for tamsulosin, a alpha-blocker. relaxes smooth muscle. Allows for increased urine flow with BPH. Nursing consideration: can drop blood pressure by relaxing the smooth muscle of arteries.
Trade name for the low-molecular weight heparin, know as enoxaparin. Administer SC to abdomen. Monitor for bleeding.
This cholinergic agent will increase the outflow of aqueous humor of the eye, relieving increased pressure of glaucoma. Usually given at night due to the stigning effect it has on eyes.
To prevent liver injury, do not give more than 4,000 mg. of this non-opioid analgesic, antipyretic drug.
Common steroid used for its anti-inflammatory properties. Not not abruptly discontinue dose, instead wean the dose. When given over long time, can cause Cushing's syndrome.
NSAID, also used as antiplatelet. given in 81 mg. doses. Use EC to precent GI bleed.
Trade name for the combination of fluticasone and salmeterol. Used to treat chronic symptoms of COPD.
An OTC herb that is used to stimulate the bowels. Often combined with docusate sodium. Not for long term use.
Osmotic diuretic, Frequently used to decrease fluid in eyes and brain.
A highly concentrated solution of morphine sulfate for oral administration used for the treatment of severe, chronic pain.
Trade name for alendronate (class of bisphosphonates). Used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease of the bone. Administered once weekly. Remember to administer on an empty stomach, set the head of bed up 30 degrees, and give with full glass of water to prevent esophageal irritation.
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Powerful opioid, frequently administered with a transdermal patch. Remember to remove old patch to prevent OD and rotate patch sites to prevent skin irritation. Opioids can cause respiratory depression and death.
Trade name for metoclopramide, a gastric stimulant. This will treat nausea, heartburn, and early satiety.
Decreases bone resorption back into the blood. opposes parathyroid hormone to keep bones dense. administered by nasal spray, remember to alternate nares daily.
This antibiotic is a broad spectrum cephalosporin. Common trade name is Rocephin.
This NSAID has black-box warning to alert to the increased risk of MI/CVA. It is a Cox-2 Inhibitor by classification.
When 2 of these molecules are bonded, the gas is administered in liters to aid ineffective respirations. 21% of Room air is made of this element.
Drug in this category include hydromorphone. The prescription must have the DEA # of the prescriber. there are no refills for these controlled substances.
Acronym for non per os (latin for nothing by mouth).
The prototype of all opioids. Used to treat moderate to severe pain.
This antibiotic can treat or prevent serious bacterial infections.
Trade name for the anti-anxiety medication, lorazepam. Monitor for CNS depression.
Acronym for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. monitor for peptic ulcer.
The supplement to aid in the absorption of calcium.
Trade name for finasteride. This will shrink the enlarged prostate by blocking the male hormone that promotes it's enlargement. The patient who takes this cannot donate blood.
Trade name for latanoprost. Used to treat glaucoma by increasing outflow of aqueous humor. Side effects include darkening color of eyes and lengthening eyelashes.
A conjugated estrogen, hormone replacement therapy (HRT). black-box warning for increased risk of blood clot complications. Name is a combination of PREgnant MARes urINe.
Used to build bone tissue. Administer this supplement with vitamin D to promote absorption from GI tract into the blood.