Pharmacology Flashcards
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Which medication classification is used to treat bacterial infections?
Answer: Antibiotics
Antibiotics are drugs specifically designed to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.
A resident is prescribed a hypoglycemic agent. The CNA should watch for which sign of a potential complication?
Answer: Shakiness, sweating, and confusion
Shakiness, sweating, and confusion are classic signs of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), a serious complication of glucose-lowering medications.
What is the meaning of the medication abbreviation 'BID'?
Answer: Twice a day
BID stands for 'bis in die,' the Latin term meaning twice per day.
A resident is on a medication that requires the CNA to monitor fluid intake and output. Which drug class MOST commonly requires this monitoring?
Answer: Diuretics
Diuretics increase urine output significantly, making accurate fluid balance monitoring essential to prevent dehydration or electrolyte imbalance.
Which of the following is a correct principle regarding medication storage?
Answer: Keep medications in a locked area at the proper temperature
Medications must be stored in a locked location at the temperature specified on the label to maintain their effectiveness and prevent misuse.
An anticoagulant medication is prescribed to a resident. Which observation is MOST critical to report to the nurse?
Answer: Prolonged bleeding from a small cut
Anticoagulants reduce the blood's ability to clot, so prolonged bleeding from even a minor wound indicates the medication may be too potent.
Which term describes the desired, intended response to a medication?
Answer: Therapeutic effect
A therapeutic effect is the intended, beneficial response that a medication is prescribed to produce.