Medications Code of Ethics Disease Processes
100
Name 5 side effects of beta blockers
Hypotension, bradycardia, bronchospasms, wheezing, weight gain, depression, sexual dysfunction, GI complaints
100
What is beneficence?
Having compassion and taking positive action to help others
100
What are the primary risk factors for HF? (2)
CAD and Hypertension
200
What is Furosemide Lasix given for? When do you give it?
Furosemide lasix is given to prevent sleep disturbances and is given in the morning
200
What is fidelity?
Loyalty, fairness, truthfulness to the patient
200
What are signs of increasing fluid retention in HF?
Sudden weight gain of > than 3 pounds in 2 days, edema
300
What are 5 signs of digoxin toxicity?
Nausea and vomiting, anorexia, fatigue, headache, depression, visual changes (double vision, visual halos, etc.)
300
What is nonmaleficence?
Avoidance of harm or hurt
300
What are 2 examples of common drugs taken by patients with HF and what do they do?
ACES- prevent conversion of Angiotensin 1 to 2
ARBS- blocks the action of angiotensin 2, vasodilates
400
Name the types of diuretics and what they do
Loop-treat HF by inhibiting the NA/K/Cl transporter
Potassium sparing-reduce fluid volume without causing you to lose potassium
Thiazide-Decrease fluid volume and cause blood vessels to relax
400
What is the principle that calls for fair and equitable distribution of resources and fair treatments for individuals?
Justice
400
Name 4 symptoms of hyperkalemia
Nausea, fatigue, tingling, arrhythmias, dyspnea, weakness, palpitations






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