Final Exam Study With Correct Question And Answer

s/s hypothyroidism {Ans: Dry hair Puffy face Goiter Slow HR Wt gain Constipation Possible infertility and increase risk of miscarriage and irregular cycles}Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) life style modifications to support healing {Ans: eat 5-6 small meals per day, stop smoking, avoid NSAIDs, decrease stress and anxiety, alcohol can exacerbate PUD s/s}Benefits of SABA {Ans: rescue inhaler, all asthma patients should have SABA}Tx of GERD in pregnancy: which cytoprotective agents do not you use? {Ans: Do not use Cytotec (Misoprostol) because prostaglandins stimulate uterine contractions and the use of this medication during pregnancy has caused partial or complete expulsion of the developing fetus}pt ed for nicotine nasal spray {Ans: may increase blood levels rapidly like smoking does. EF rhinitis, sneezing, coughing, watery eyes, nasal throat irritation. Should be avoided in patients with sinus issues or allergies, and asthma.}Risk of laxatives during pregnancy {Ans: GI stimulation can cause labor}