Final Exam: NR293 / NR 293 (Latest
Update 2024 / 2025) Pharmacology for Nursing Practice | Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
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Warfarin
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oral anticoagulant
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Enoxaparin (Lovenox)
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low molecular weight heparin Used for DVT prophylaxis Check platelet count Reversal protamine sulfate
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Heparin
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Subcutaneous/ IV When given IV check APTT/platelets Reversal protamine sulfate APTT therapeutic range 50-80 seconds
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Nitroglycerin
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Check BP prior to admin Sublingual administration - can be administered every five minutes after tablet completely absorbs under tongue up to 3 tablets. Seek emergency services after 3 and pain continues Oral administration- to avoid tolerance take patch off every night and administer a new patch the next morning
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Beta blocker "lol"
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Caution with asthmatic patients, beta blockers can cause broncos spasms Check HR/BP before admin 2 / 4
Hold if HR is less than 60
Reduce blood pressure by slowing heart rate and reducing myocardial contractility
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ACE inhibitors
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-pril Angioedema Cough Elevated potassium
Reduce blood pressure by dilating blood vessels
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Calcium Channel Blockers
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"Pine" Relax blood vessels, increase blood flow and oxygen to the heart, lower blood pressure Increase fluids and fiber risk for constipation
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Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors/ ARBs
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"Artan" Take with food Inhibit blood vessel constriction
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Opioid Analgesics
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Watch respiratory rate Causes respiratory depression, constipation Educate on fiber, fluids, ambulation, Causes sedation Safety risk Naloxone-reversal
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Non-opioid analgesics
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Acetaminophen Max 3000mg
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