Autonomic/CV Drugs — Flashcards

Medications that have been shown to improve long-term survival in patients with LV systolic dysfunction include: 1. _____ 2. _____ 3. _____ 4. _____ 5. Hydralazine and nitrates in African American patients

What is the pharmacotherapy of choice for the treatment of acute agitation in elderly patients (e.g. delirium)? _____

What anesthetic is associated with adrenal insufficiency, especially in elderly and critically ill patients? _____

Thiazolidinediones (glitazones) can cause weight _____

Which NSAID does NOT affect lithium levels? _____

Aspirin _____ be seen on x-ray Iron _____ be seen on x-ray

Hint: can/cannot

Ischemic stroke ≤ 3 hrs. = _____ ischemic stroke > 3 hrs. = _____

Hint: drug

Common early side effects of _____ include headache, nausea, insomnia/sedation, anxiety, and dizziness

Hint: class of antidepressants

What is management of a patient taking lamotrigine who develops a small maculopapular rash? _____

_____ is an SSRI with a long half-life therefore no need to taper