Portage Learning Pharmacology Nurs 251 Final Exam 2023 (A+)

symptoms of diabetes mellitus {Ans: elevated fasting blood glucose (7+mmol/L) or hemoglobin A1c level greater than or equal to 6.5% glycouria, weightloss, fatigue, blurred vision 3 polys: polyuria, polydipsia (thirst), polyphagia}SLUDGE {Ans: Symptoms of ACh saliva, lacrimination, urination, diarrhea, GI mobility, emesis (vomiting)}Generic drug name {Ans: official, nonproprietary name for the drug}IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) {Ans: individualized, chronic intestial discomfort (cramps, diarrhea or constipation cope via food avoidance or OTC laxatives/antidiarrheal}Nursing Implications for laxatives {Ans: Assess bowel patterns. Do not take if you have unexplained abdominal pain Assess electrolytes Encourage a diet high in water (180-240mL) and fiber Long term use can result in dependency Do not chew or crush laxative tablets especially with enteric coating Take *bulk laxative* with 240mL of water Give *bisacodyl* with water (not milk or juice) Monitor for therapeutic effects}histamine 2 receptors {Ans: mediate acceleration of the heart rate and gastric acid secretion}Pharmacodynamics {Ans: the relationship between the drug concentrations and the pharmacological response (actions of the drug)}Absorption {Ans: the movement of a drug from its site of administration into the bloodstream for distribution to tissues}Incretin Mimetics {Ans: Exenatide - injection pen device (Byetta), only if