Amitriptyline {Ans: may take several weeks to become effective}Fructosamine assay {Ans: is a diagnostic test used to assess the degree of diabetic control of blood sugar over the preceding 2-3 weeks}Depression with suicidal ideation {Ans: medication may take several weeks to be therapeutic, protect from self injury}Care of post surgical {Ans: pt. hand surgery. Capillary refill over 5 seconds is an indication of diminished perfusion.}Thyroid care: {Ans: If pt needs potassium iodine, make sure to dilute and admin through straw to avoid staining teeth. If pt is due for thyroid panel bloodwork, instruct not to take asa 2 days before test}PPI {Ans: Decrease the rate of gastric acid secretion. Suffix zole}Absence seizure {Ans: 15- 30 seconds without loss of posture}Schizophrenia {Ans: The exact cause is unknown, however, current research favors the theory that there is a neurologic basis with a genetic component.}Diabetes Type 1 {Ans: no insulin, will need replacement for life}Parkinsons {Ans: Basic pathophysiology, caused by depletion of dopamine and excess of acetylcholine. Decreased swallowing ability can lead to inadequate nutrition}Immobilized pts {Ans: at risk for pressure injuries, loss of bone mass, pneumonia, permanent loss of function. Use