Pharm neurological meds - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Positive Romberg Sign - ANSWER-(r/t etoh) loss of balance that occurs when closing the eyes ETOH withdrawal delirium may result in? - ANSWER-Seizures or death DSM Severity for ETOH - ANSWER-Mild = 2-3 sx Moderate = 4-5 sx Severe = >= 6 sx DSM ETOH Remission Criteria - ANSWER-Early = >3 mos & <12 mos Substantial Remission = >12 mos Screening & Early Intervention scale for SUD - ANSWER-SBIRT Screening, Brief Intervention & Refereal to Treatment CAGE - ANSWER-Cut down Annoyed...

1. coup-contre- coup injury 2. Scalp lacera- tion: what, effect, management 3. Skull fracture: types, effect, management 4. Brain injury: types, effect, management Dual impacting of the brain into the skull; coup injury occurs at the point of impact; contrecoup injury occurs on the opposite side of impact, as the brain rebounds. Primary head injury profuse bleeding - signs of hypovolemia Apply direct pressure Suture/ staple laceration Lidocaine 1% w...

Albany State University Nursing Division NURS 2115 Spring 2017 Metabolic Disorder Study Guide The guide is meant to help focus on study topics. Liver disorders will be half of the metabolic items on the test. The emphasis will be on nursing care and decision- making. 1. Know the difference between legal and ethical action in nursing. 2. Examine cultural considerations when treating client conditions. 3. Understand the difference between active and passive immunity. Give an example of p...

NURS 623 – Adult 2 Exam 1 Study guide SKIN • HEMATOLOGY • IMMUNE SKIN • Alopecia—baldness Considered autoimmune; may be genetic Hair growth influenced by estrogen, growth hormone, glucocorticoids, thyroid hormone, retinoid, prolactin, androgens, medications Pigmentation Changes Cause Description Diagnostics Management Vitiligo • Total loss of color in patchy areas of body • White, macules/patches on sun-exposed areas • Occurs often wi...

PMHNP Certification Exam KM 2022 (Actual test questions verified A+) 434 Questions with 100% Correct Answers Document Content and Description Below PMHNP Certification Exam KM 2022 (Actual test questions verified A+) 434 Questions with 100% Correct Answers Which patient is at highest risk for SI A. 30y/o married AA female with previous SI att empt *1 risk factor B. 35 y/o single Asian male with previous SI attempt *3 risk factors C. 38 y/o single AA male who is a manager of a bank *2 risk fact...

Top 50 Drugs- ATI Pharm Questions and Answers 2023 Albuterol Aerosol Bronchodilator Beta 2 agonist Therapeutic Effects: Bronchodilation for asthma, COPD, acute bronchospasm A/R: Nervousness, restlessness, tremor, chest pain, palpitations. Assess lung sound before & after TX. Observe for paradoxical bronchospasm (wheezing). Consider aerochamber. Monitor K+ and glucose. Rinse mouth with water to minimize dry mouth. Zolpidem (Ambien) Sedative / hypnotic Therapeutic Effects: Sedati...

CONCEPT MAP WORKSHEET DESCRIBE DISEASE PROCESS AFFECTING PATIENT (INCLUDE PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF DISEASE PROCESS) DIAGNOSTIC TESTS (REASON FOR TEST ANDRESULTS) PATIENT INFORMATION ANTICIPATED PHYSICAL FINDINGS ANTICIPATED NURSING INTERVENTIONS A stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), occurs due to a sudden impairment of blood circulation to the brain affecting neurologic function. It is the 5th leading cause of death in the U.S. and the most common cause of neurologic d...

ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED 2 STUDY GUIDE IMPORTANT LAB VALUES • Sodium (Na): 136-145 mEq/L • Calcium: 9.0-10 mg/dL • Chloride: 98-106 mEq/L • Bicarb HCO3: 21-28 mEq/L • Potassium: 3.5-5.0 mg/L • Phosphorus PO4 : 3.0-4.5 mg/dL • Magnesium: 1.3- 2.1 mEq/L • Cholesterol: o Total <200mg/dL o LDL ("bad") <100 o HDL ("good) >40 o Triglycerides <150mg/dL • Liver enzymes o ALT/SGPT 8-20 units/L o AST/SGOT 5-40 units/L o ALP 42-128 units/L o Total pro...

Neonatal Intensive Care Pharm Test 50 Questions with Verified Answers A mother with mild pregnancy induced hypertension in preterm labor got IV mag sulfate two days prior to giving birth. She delivered at 31 week female with no apparent distress. It is important to monitor her for: a. hyperglycemia b. hypotonia c. hypocalcemia - CORRECT ANSWER b. hypotonia NICU is called to a delivery of a 24 weeker with evidence of abruption. the baby presents with cyanosis and no respiratory effort. A...

ATI RN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM|2022 UPDATED diet for chronic renal failure low protein & potassium DM pt teaching change shoes, wash feet w/soap & water pulse pressure subtract systolic value from diastolic value lantus never mix, long lasting, no peak rhogam given @ 28 weeks & 72 hours post delivery when mom is negative & baby positive indication of baby dehydration improving smooth fontanel pt w/orthostatic hypotension put near nursing station cleaning a wound cle...