classifications/vit.

medication that increases urine production

hormone secreted by the adrenal gland
acts on the immune system
suppresses body response to infection or trauma

(antiinflammatory/immunosuppresant)

a drug added to prescription to hasten or enhance the action of an ingrediant

drugs that block the alpha 1 receptors found in the smooth muscle in the bladder, neck, and prostate causing RELAXATION

agent that neutralizes stomach acid

actions vary dependent on product. Used to correct and prevent vitamin deficiencies.

used to calm individuals, without sedating them.

depresses pain impulse transmission at spinal cord. Used to control moderate to severe pain.

Treats inflammation, mild to moderate pain, and fever. It also reduces blood clotting to help prevent strokes and heart attacks. Used for headaches, arthritis, and cramps.

increase moisture content in stool, increase peristalsis and soften stools. Used for constipation.

protective agents applied to the skin, to help protect and alleviate itching and irrittion.

increase excretion of water and sodium and potassium excretion. Used for hypertension, edema and glaucoma.

relaxes bronchial smooth muscle and increase diameter of nasal passages. Used for asthma, bronchitis, emphysema or other obstructive pulmonary diseases.

block stimulation of cardiac smooth muscle

produce fall in blood pressure. Used for hypertension, dysrhythmias and angina.

potentiate effects of GABA which results in decreased anxiety. Used for phobic disorders, acute alcohol withdrawal, and relaxation.

decrease impulse transmissions to cerebral cortex. Used in epilepsy, for sedation, insomnia, and as an anesthetic.

interfere with DNA synthesis. Used for herpes simplex virus, advanced HIV.

liquefy and decrease secretions

suppress cough reflex

inhibit RNA or DNA decreasing tubercle bacilli replication. Used for pulmonary tuberculosis

Cholinergic and Dopamine agonists – increase dopamine activity. Used as a treatment in Parkinson’s.

Alkylating/Antimetabolites/Antibiotic/Hormonal/Miscellaneous – cross-link strands of DNA, inhibit DNA and RNA synthesis, and change hormonal environment. Used to treat leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease, lymphoma and other tumors.

inhibit growth and replication of bacteria. Used as treatment in bacterial, rickettsial, and spirochete infections.

reduces cardiac output, blood pressure, heart rate by relaxing smooth muscles and/or vasodilation. Used for hypertension, heart failure, angina and dysrhythmias.

ACE inhibitors/B-Adrenergic blockers/Calcium channel blockers/diuretics/vasodilators

Used for allergies, rhinitis, and pruritus.

decreases conduction through the AV node; prolongs refractory period at the AV node; and decreases heart rate. Used for tachycardia, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and angina.

decrease GI peristalsis; prevent GI hypermotility; and decrease water content in stools.

used for type 2 DM

agents used to combat depression.

used to prevent, treat, or control seizures.

Used to prevent clot formation in deep-vein thrombosis, pulmonary emboli, myocardial infarction, agranulocytosis, leucopenia, eosinophilia, and thrombocytopenia.

Used for decreasing motility in the GI, biliary and urinary tracts; gastric secretions; involuntary movements; bradydysrhythmias; and nausea and vomiting.

route of injection that is slow

injection into the hearts ventricles

injection into the capsule of a joint

if skin is wet use:

if skin is dry use:

rate of intramuscular absorption

most common sublingual tablet

very fast acting route of absorption

2-5 inch needle used for

5 inch needle used for

3/8in - 1-1 1/2 in needle used for

patch is an example of ____ route :

route of injection used for analgesic admin. for chronic intractable pain

initial action if poisoning is suspected

ipecac is known for what function

ingestion of corrosive substances hinders what effect if vomiting is induced

ingestion of convulsants hinder what effect if vomiting induced

what happens if vomiting is induced with people with cardiac disease

antidote for CNS dpressant poisoning

minimizes systemic absorption of ingested poison

skin or eye poisoning should be handled how

how is the need for vitamin dificiency diagnosed

when should megadoses be taken

fat soluble vitamins?

also known as beta carotene (processed from beta carotene plants)

yellow orange/dark green leafy veg
fruits
oily salt water fish
dairy products
eggs
are all sources for?

beta carotene is also known as an

needed for:
1. resistance to infection
2. night visual function
3. normal growth of bones/soft tissue
4. healing of wounds
5. possible reproduction connection

vitamin used as a screening fat absorption test

leading cause of blindness in children worldwide

symptoms of vitamin A overdose

necessary for maintenance of normal nerves and muscles

necessary for regulating absorption and metabolism of calcium adn phosphorus for healthy bones and teeth

low vitamin d is associated with

deficiency:
poor tooth adn bone
skeletal deformaties
osteoporosis/malacia
tetany (muscle spasm)

IA w/

Digoxin
Thiazide diuretic
mineral oil

-necessary for metabolism
-eye, skin, liver, breast, muscle, lung protection
-RBC protection
-decrease platelet clumping

vitamin found in wheat germ, seeds, nuts, poultry,

vitamin deficiency:
-alcohol abuse
-malabsorption
-sickle cell anemia
-premature infants

vitamin overdose results in prolong clotting time

necessary for blood clotting

vitamin absorbed in the small intestines

vitamin deficiency signs:
-petichiae/bruising
- hematuria
-melena
-increased clotting time

antidote for coumadin therapy bleeding complication

administration of vit. k

retinal, retinol, beta carotene

calciferol, cholecalciferol, ergocalciferol

tocopherol

phytonadione

water souluble vitamins

necessary for normal nervous adn cardiovascular function

thiamine

signs of deficiency:

-ataxia
-reflex loss
-mental depression
-muscle weakness

riboflavin

-functions to regulate hormones and RBC's
- cell growth adn metabolism of carbs, protein, fat

pyridoxine

metabolizes carbs, fats, protein and amino acids

vitamin deficiency due to

-isoniazid
-antitub drug
oral contracept
cirrhosis

abscence of vitmain ____ leads to pernicious anemia

necessary for maturation of red blood cells and nervous system maintenance

necessary for

-protein synthesis
-RBC production
-cell division
-growth and maintenance of cells

folate

deficiency:
neural tueb defect
spina bifida
megoblastic anemia

necessary for
-lipid metabolism
-nerve functioning
-circulation & maintenance of cells

used primarily to treat pellegra