Pharm ch6
What is considered safe and effective when used as directed and are available without a prescription?
OTC drugs
The use of a medication for indications that were not approved by the FDA is called?
Off- Label-Use
True/ False: Herbal therapies are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
False ( dietary supplements)
True/False: Smallpox is and example of a biological weapon that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
False ( its a course of antibiotics)
The rapidly growing felid of ___________________ requires that patients are able to manage medical regimens at home.
Home Health Care
The use of ______ can lead to dependence and change the body's response to prescribed medications.
Illegal Drugs
GHB, also known as a date rape drug causes memory loss and somnolence
True
True/ False: Over the counter medications may interact or interfere with the action of RX drugs.
True
True/False: Anthrax is an example of a biological weapon that nurses must be prepared to treat.
True
Contraindications
X-rays if your pregnant.
Otc
are drugs that are grandfathered in.
Emergency preparedness requires the nurses are familiar with the signs and symptoms of ____ and ______ weapon expose.
biological, chemical.
Off label use
The use of the drug for a medication that is not approved by the FDA. (birth control for cramps)