ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam Review Verified Answers 100%Complete Graded A+ Updated 2024

1.afil –
ANS-Erectile dysfunction
s/s: headache, heartburn, diarrhea, flushing, nosebleeds, paresthesia, changes in color vision
Contradicted in clients taking nitrates, anticoags, anti HTN
Common meds- sildenafil (Viagra)
2.arin –
ANS-Anticoagulant
inhibit clotting factors (warfarin = factors VII, IX, X)
TX: evolving stroke, pulmonary embolism, massive deep vein thrombosis, cardiac cath, MI, DIC
S/S: hemorrhage, heparin induced thrombocytopenia, toxicity/overdose
Common meds- warfarin (Coumadin) admin once daily, avoid NSAIDs & aspirin}, enoxaparin
(lovenox)
3.ase –
ANS-Thrombolytic
dissolves clots
TX: acute MI, DVT, massive PE, ischemic stroke
S/S: serious bleeding risks from recent wounds, puncture sites, weakened vessels, hypotension
NI: Must take 4-6 hrs. of onset
Common meds- alteplase (activase, tPA)
4.asone, -solone
- onide
PredCortANS-Corticosteroid
prevent inflammatory response
S/S: Hyperglycemia, peptic ulcer, fluid retention (increased appetite), withdrawal symptoms,
euphoria, insomnia, psychotic behavior
NI: admin w/ meals, DO NOT take with NSAIDS, teach DO NOT stop abruptly
Common meds- prednisone (deltasone), betamethasone (celestone), hydrocortisone sodium
succinate (Solu-cortef), Methylprednisolone sodium succinate (solu-medrol), fluticasone
propionate (Advair, flovent