Pns medications - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Vital signs body temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure Core temperature - temperature inside of body - remains relatively constant - only fluctuates if patient develops fever Normal body temp 36.5 - 37.5 C 97.6 - 99.6 Fever/pyrexia body temp > 37.5 C Most reliable temperature source rectal Heat loss processes radiation, conduction, convection and evaporation Factors affecting body temp age - infants & elderly run colder Environment Time of day - temp lower in the morning Exer...

Proton Pump Inhibitors - decrease the amount of acid produced by the stomach - increase gastric pH Reduce calcium absorption PPI risks - low vitamin B12 absorption -> deficiency, bone fractures pneumonia continue PPIs for - barrett's esophagus esophageal inflammation stomach ulcers NSAID use nociceptive pain - acute pain; a pain sensation that results abruptly direct stimulation of peripheral nociceptors somatic pain - Pain that originates from skeletal muscles, ligaments, ...

HESI Management practice quiz 100% solved 2024 The nurse is giving change-of-shift report for four clients in the emergency center and reports the client with a terminal disease has a living will and a "Do not resuscitate" (DNR) order on file. Which client fits the criteria for a terminal illness? A) 2-year-old child with esophageal burns from drinking drain cleaner who now has a gastrostomy tube. B) 76-year-old female client with Alzheimer's disease who is pacing the halls and trying ...

Neuro transmitter Receptor Subtype Location/Function/Effects /symptoms of excess or deficit if applicable Distribution (ie: CNS/PNS, GI, vascular) Drug classes that target this neurotransmitter or receptor Specific medications that target this neurotransmitter or receptor Glutamate AMPA α-Amino-3-hydroxy-5- methyl-4- isoxazolepropionic acid (AMPA)-type glutamate receptors (AMPARs) mediate the majority of fast excitatory synaptic transmission in the brain. AMPA receptors ...

A newborn with apnea is being discharged from the hospital with home monitoring. What information concerning the infant's care should the practical nurse review with the parents? A. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). B. Administration of intravenous antibiotics. C. Reassurance that the infant cannot be electrocuted during monitoring. D. Advise that the infant not be left with caretakers, such as babysitters. - A. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Rationale: Apnea of infancy (AO...

NR 546 Neurotransmitter Table completed Week 8 Complete Study Guide Questions And Verified Solutions Neuro transmitter Receptor Subtype Location/Function/Effects /symptoms of excess or deficit if applicable Distribution (ie: CNS/PNS, GI, vascular) Drug classes that target this neurotransmitter or receptor Specific medications that target this neurotransmitter or receptor Glutamate AMPA Ligand-gated ion channels Modulates cell excitability by allowing the flow of calcium and...

LCDC Exam Keely Questions and Answers 100% Pass Entheogens - Correct Answer ️️ -Shamanic drugs used during shamanic or spiritual rituals and as tools for studying the mind Psychoactive substance disorder - Correct Answer ️️ -a pattern of substance use led to problems, damage, distress 12 months substance abuse disorder - Correct Answer ️️ -abusing drug, medication side effect, exposure to a toxin. Substance intoxication or withdrawal - Correct Answer ️️ -Behavorial, Psycho...

2024 HESI LPN LATEST COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXIT EXAM (100% Verified). A newborn with apnea is being discharged from the hospital with home monitoring. What information concerning the infant's care should the practical nurse review with the parents? A. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). B. Administration of intravenous antibiotics. C. Reassurance that the infant cannot be electrocuted during monitoring. D. Advise that the infant not be left with caretakers, such as babysitters. A. Cardiop...

Neurotransmitter Table Neuro transmitter Receptor Subtype Location/Function/Effects /symptoms of excess or deficit if applicable Distribution (ie: CNS/PNS, GI, vascular) Drug classes that target this neurotransmitter or receptor Specific medications that target this neurotransmitter or receptor Glutamate AMPA Ligand-gated ion channels, modulates cell excitability by allowing the flow of calcium and sodium ions into the cell. Located at the CNS in neurons and gl...

NUR 635 Advanced Pharmacology Exam Questions and Answers Pt on heparin in hospital setting. Why start coumadin 2 days before dc? - Correct Answer ️️ -Because coumadin needs a couple days before it starts working. Angina: bc pts dev tolerance to long-acting nitroglycerine w/i 1 day. How to prevent? - Correct Answer ️️ -Pts must have 8hrs with no nitroglycerine every days. Hint: At night, remove nitro patch bc no risk of exertional angina Underlying cause of angina - Correct Answer ...