CMA Chapter chapters 7-11

Bacteria that can only survive in presence of oxygen

isolation procedure protects patients who have no or weakened immunity

Inhaled bronchodilators may cause increased pulse, feeling of "bounding" or "pounding" heart beats

The correct method to apply a lotion is by

Mucous membranes are the most important defense mechanism of the external immune system

Rebound effect is reappearance of symptoms even stronger once drug has worn off

You should check the blood pressure before giving digoxin

Short-Acting Beta2 adrenergic agonist are AKA "rescue" inhalers

________Named for the organisms causing them which can be bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc.

Penicillins, sulfonamides, tetracyclines are all

Treatment for allergies includes antihistamines and decongestants

Albuterol is an example of a "rescue" inhaler

CMA should wait 5 minutes between the bronchodilator and the corticosteroid

Coughing spreads this bacteria via airborne droplets. When inhaled, the bacteria multiply in the lungs

When applying a drug patch the medicaiton can transfer to your skin if not wearing gloves

What term refers to the exchange of gases between blood and air

Aspirin, thrombolytics/clot busters, anticoagulants, analgesics, nitroglycerin, beta blockers, and antilipemics treat

The respiratory tract absorbs medication more rapidly than any other mucous membrane

bacteria would cause infection deep within the body

Which would be given 1st if more than one inhaler is ordered

CMA can assist pt. with Peak flow meter after being trained, checked off, and permitted to do for those under their care

white blood cells that defend the body against invading germs

Which body systems may experience toxic effects from the administration of aminoglycosides

Vasoconstrictors used for nasal congestion because they shrink engorged mucous membranes- which category of medication

Measuring concentration of oxygen in the blood

It is ok to soften a dressing that is stuck to the skin when removing with normal saline

Postural drainage

Bronchodilators decrease the opening of the bronchi allowing more airflow to occur

Percussion uses a light, rapid shaking pressure to vibrate the airways

immunization method of stimulating the production of antibodies by exposing the body to weakened or killed germs

When taking these... adequate hydration is critical for helping thin secretions for expulsion.

Patient should always rinse mouth with water and expectorate after using any oral inhaler

protein like substances produced in the body to fight microorganisms

Trachea is part of the upper respiratory tract

Pleura

Chronic disease of airway inflammation resulting in airflow obstruction

Poison ivy, cosmetics, and soaps may cause

Myopia is nearsightedness

primary strategies that prevent infections transmitted through blood, body fluid, non-intact skin, and mucous membranes

Common side effects include drowsiness, sedation, dizziness, dry mouth, and insomnia

describes microbes that produce infection and disease

A condition caused by the release of histamine from the skin cells during allergic reactions is referred to as

For an antiviral to be most effective, the drug must be given before the disease begins

To prevent the spread of infection through touch

Treatment for this includes treat the causative factor, bedrest, pain medication, plint side when coughing

A narrow-spectrum antibiotic is prescribed because

Age-related blurred vision can be corrected with

Cessation of breathing

The Epiglottis is part of the lower respiratory tract

primary organ for hearing

Oxygen therapy is indicated in the treatment of

Bacterial, viral, or chlamydial microorganisms may cause

Constrict the pupil

A ___________ is an ad-on device used to increase the ease of administering aerosolized medication

Culture and sensitivity is a lab test to isolate microbes causing infection and best antibiotic to use for treating it

A peak flow meeter wtih a reading of 80-100% means

Carbon dioxide alerts the brain to trigger inspiration

Reduce nasal obstruction, swelling and drainage by shrinking blood vessels in the mucous membranes

greatest at-risk population for nicotine dependence is

All of the following are properties exhibited by corticosteroids except

Coumadin is

the result of a decrease in the number of erythrocytes, the quality of hemoglobin, and the volume of hematocrit present

Treatment for this includes oxygen and anticoagulant therapy

Abnormal permanent enlargement of airspaces at end of the bronchioles with destruction of the walls of the bronchioles

Instilling cold otic drops can cause