Medical Reactions or Conditions Flashcards
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A resident taking an ACE inhibitor for hypertension develops a persistent dry cough. The medication aide should:
Answer: Report it to the nurse as a known adverse effect requiring possible medication change
A persistent dry cough is a well-known adverse effect of ACE inhibitors caused by bradykinin accumulation and should be reported for medication review.
Which set of symptoms suggests serotonin syndrome in a resident taking multiple medications?
Answer: Agitation, tremor, fever, and muscle rigidity
Serotonin syndrome presents with neuromuscular abnormalities (tremor, rigidity), autonomic instability, and altered mental status from excess serotonergic activity.
A resident experiences sudden onset of facial drooping, arm weakness on one side, and slurred speech. The medication aide should recognize this as:
Answer: Signs of a stroke requiring emergency response
Sudden facial drooping, unilateral arm weakness, and speech difficulty are hallmark signs of stroke requiring immediate emergency (911) response.
Which reaction describes an unexpected and abnormal response to a medication that is not related to its dose or known pharmacologic effects?
Answer: Idiosyncratic reaction
An idiosyncratic reaction is an unpredictable, abnormal response to a drug that is unique to an individual and unrelated to dose or immune mechanisms.
A resident on a beta-blocker for heart failure develops cold extremities, fatigue, and a heart rate of 48 bpm. The medication aide should:
Answer: Withhold the medication and report the bradycardia to the nurse immediately
A heart rate of 48 bpm indicates bradycardia, a serious adverse effect of beta-blockers; the medication should be withheld and the nurse notified.
Which condition is characterized by excessive thirst, frequent urination, and blurred vision in a resident with known diabetes?
Answer: Hyperglycemia
Polydipsia, polyuria, and blurred vision are classic signs of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) in a diabetic patient.
A resident develops wheezing and chest tightness within minutes of receiving a penicillin injection. The FIRST action of the medication aide should be:
Answer: Call for emergency help immediately and stay with the resident
Wheezing and chest tightness after drug administration suggest anaphylaxis; calling for emergency help immediately is the highest priority.