Carbamazepine - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. Carbamazepine (Tegretol) can sometimes show subtherapeutic range due to what? - Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels despite good compliance 2. What are the black box warnings for Carbamazepine? - Dermatologic reactions 1. Steven's Johnson 2. Toxic epidermal necrolysis 3. What lab test should be ordered for patients on Carbamazepine? - CBC every 3-4 months because it can cause decreased WBC, decreased platelets, and trouble with RBC 4. What kind of teachi...

Monitoring Parameters for antivirals such as acyclovir(Zovirax)/valacyclovir(Valtrex)? - ANSWER 10% liver/90% kidney = BUN, Creat, LFT What is the Class and MOA of carbamazepine (tegretal) & topiramate (Topamax)? - ANSWER Anticonvulsant; thought to block Na+ channels to slow activity or enhance GABA Adverse effects of Carbamazepine and monitoring parameters - ANSWER Agranulocytosis: decreased production of WBC in bone marrow, SJS, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis; Monitor CBC Q 3-4 mo...

Exam 2: NR293/ NR 293 (2023/ 2024 Update) Pharmacology for Nursing Practice Exam| 100% Correct Questions and Verified Answers -Chamberlain QUESTION A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for valproic acid. The nurse should instruct the client that while taking this medication he will need to have which of the following laboratory tests completed periodically? SATA a. thrombocyte count b. hematocrit c. amylase d. liver function tests e. potassium An...

Final Exam: NR326/ NR 326 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Mental Health Nursing Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Chamberlain Q: A nursing instructor is teaching about pharmacological treatments for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about atomoxetine (Strattera) should be included in the lesson plan? A. Strattera, unlike methylphenidate (Ritalin), is a central nervous system depressant. B. When taking Strattera, a client should eliminate all red food...

Naplex things to remember correctly answered 2023CYP INHIBITORS *G PACMAN* Grapefruit Protease inhibitors (Ritonavir) Azole antifungals C - cyclosporine, cimetidine, cobicistat Macrolides (NOT azithromycin) Amiodarone (and dronedarone) Non-DHP CCBs CYP INDUCERS *PS PORCS* Phenytoin Smoking Phenobarbital Oxcarbazepine (and eslicarbazepine) Rifampin Carbamazepine (also auto-inducer) St. Johns wort Digoxin Levels 0.8-2 (Afib) 0.5-0.9 (HF) Toxicity: Initial ...

Sarah Michelle FNP Practice Test QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Already GRADED A-1. 1. Question A 65 year old female patient presents today to the clinic with worsening back pain over the last week. She appears to be sweating and states that she is profusely dizzy. Which of the following findings on her urinalysis would indicate the most immediate need for referral to the emergency department ? o Red blood cell (RBC) casts, as they are indicative of possible cytomegalovirus o White blood cell (WBC) ca...

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RN ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED 2019 FINAL EXAM WITH NGN A nurse is reviewing the list of current medications for a client who is to start a new prescription for carbamazepine. The nurse should identify which of the following medications interacts with carbamazepine? - CORRECT -estrogen-containing contraceptives A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for clozapine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? CORRECT -Notify your p...

Exam 3: NUR 2459 / NUR2459 (Latest 2023/2024) Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing Exam|Grade A| Questions and Verified Answers| Rasmussen  Which of the following ego defense mechanisms describes the underlying psychodynamics of somatic symptom disorder? a. Denial of depression b. Repression of anxiety c. Suppression of grief d. Displacement of anger  Answer: b. Repression of anxiety  Nursing care for a client with somatic symptom disorder should focus on helping th...

RN ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED 2019 FINAL EXAM WITH NGN A nurse is reviewing the list of current medications for a client who is to start a new prescription for carbamazepine. The nurse should identify which of the following medications interacts with carbamazepine? - CORRECT -estrogen-containing contraceptives A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for clozapine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? CORRECT -Notify your p...