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Drug Classification and Categories: Therapeutic and Pharmacologic Classification
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of anticoagulants?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of beta blockers?
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Question: Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of proton pump inhibitors?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of antipsychotics?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of diuretics?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of bronchodilators?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of antihistamines?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of antidiabetic agents?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of antihypertensives?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of analgesics?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of anticonvulsants?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the therapeutic category of antidiabetic agents?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of beta blockers?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of benzodiazepines?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)?
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Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
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Question: Which of the following drugs belongs to the pharmacologic category of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors?
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Antidiabetic medications
A nurse is assessing a client who practices biologically based therapies such as herbs and supplements for various health conditions. The nurse should perform which of the following actions when assessing biologically based therapies? (Select all that apply.)
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The correct answer is
A. Ask the client about his history and frequency of biologically based therapies use
C. Measure the client's vital signs, laboratory values, and pain level before and after biologically based
therapies
E. Document the client's biologically based therapies use, including type, dose, route, and effects
Choice A reason: Asking the client about his history and frequency of biologically based therapies use is important to understand his reasons, goals, and satisfaction with the therapies. It can also help to identify any contraindications, precautions, or adverse effects that may affect the client's safety or response to the therapies.
Choice B reason: Observing the client's physical, emotional, and spiritual responses to biologically based therapies is not a valid action for the nurse to perform when assessing biologically based therapies. This is because biologically based therapies are not energy therapies that involve manipulating or balancing the client's energy fields. Biologically based therapies are substances that have pharmacological effects on the body and may interact with conventional drugs or other therapies.
Choice C reason: Measuring the client's vital signs, laboratory values, and pain level before and after biologically based therapies is important to monitor the client's physiological and clinical outcomes of biologically based therapies. It can also help to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the therapies and to adjust the treatment plan accordingly.
Choice D reason: Palpating the client's abdomen, liver, and kidneys for any signs of toxicity or dysfunction is not a valid action for the nurse to perform when assessing biologically based therapies. This is because palpation is not a reliable or sensitive method to detect organ damage or dysfunction caused by biologically based therapies. The nurse should rely on laboratory tests, such as liver function tests or renal function tests, to assess the impact of biologically based therapies on the client's organ function.
Choice E reason: Documenting the client's biologically based therapies use, including type, dose, route, and effects, is essential to maintain accurate and comprehensive records of the client's care. It can also help to communicate the progress and outcomes of the therapies to other healthcare providers and facilitate continuity of care.
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Antidepressants:
- Therapeutic Classification: Mood stabilizers, Antidepressants.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs), and Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs).
- Examples: Fluoxetine (SSRI), Venlafaxine (SNRI), and Amitriptyline (TCA).
Antipsychotics
- Therapeutic Classification: Antipsychotic agents.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Typical Antipsychotics, Atypical Antipsychotics.
- Examples: Haloperidol (Typical Antipsychotic), Risperidone (Atypical Antipsychotic).
Analgesics
- Therapeutic Classification: Pain relievers.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Opioids, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), Centrally Acting Non-opioids.
- Examples: Morphine (opioid), Ibuprofen (NSAID), Acetaminophen (Centrally Acting Non-opioid)
Antibiotics
- Therapeutic Classification: Anti-infectives.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Various classes based on the mechanism of action, such as Penicillins, Cephalosporins, Macrolides, and Fluoroquinolones.
- Examples: Amoxicillin (Penicillin), Cephalexin (Cephalosporin), Azithromycin (Macrolide), and Ciprofloxacin (Fluoroquinolone).
Anticoagulants
- Therapeutic Classification: Antithrombotics.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Various classes, including Heparins, Vitamin K Antagonists, and Direct Oral Anticoagulants
- Examples: Heparin, Warfarin (Vitamin K Antagonist), and Rivaroxaban (Direct Oral Anticoagulant).
Antihypertensives
-Therapeutic Classification: Antihypertensive agents.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors, Beta-Blockers, Calcium Channel Blockers.
- Examples: Lisinopril (ACE Inhibitor), Metoprolol (Beta-Blocker), and Amlodipine (Calcium Channel Blocker).
Antidiabetic medications
- Therapeutic Classification: Antidiabetic agents.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Insulins, Oral Hypoglycemic Agents (e.g., Biguanides, Sulfonylureas).
- Examples: Insulin Lispro (Rapid-acting insulin), Metformin (Biguanide), and Glipizide (Sulfonylurea).
Antiepileptic drugs
- Therapeutic Classification: Antiepileptic agents.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Various classes, such as Hydantoins, Barbiturates, and Benzodiazepines.
- Examples: Phenytoin (Hydantoin), Phenobarbital (Barbiturate), Diazepam (Benzodiazepine).
Bronchodilators
- Therapeutic Classification: Antipsychotic agents.
- Pharmacologic Classification: Typical Antipsychotics, Atypical Antipsychotics.
- Examples: Haloperidol (Typical Antipsychotic), Risperidone (Atypical Antipsychotic).
Diuretics
- Pharmacologic Classification: Loop Diuretics, Thiazide Diuretics, Potassium-Sparing Diuretics.
- Examples: Furosemide (Loop Diuretic), Hydrochlorothiazide (Thiazide Diuretic), Spironolactone (Potassium-Sparing Diuretic).
Objectives
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- Identify and classify commonly used drugs based on their pharmacological classification, such as analgesics, antihypertensives, antibiotics, anticoagulants, and diuretics.
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- Describe the major categories of drugs, including their mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and potential side effects.
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- Differentiate between the major drug classifications, understanding their unique properties and how they impact various physiological systems in the body.
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- Discuss the factors influencing drug classification, including drug interactions, contraindications, and adverse reactions.
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- Apply knowledge of drug classification and categories to develop safe and effective nursing interventions, including drug administration, patient monitoring, and patient education.
Introduction
- Therapeutic Classification refers to the therapeutic use or purpose of a drug, while Pharmacologic Classification categorizes drugs based on their mechanism of action.
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