Pharmacology

Beta Blockers NCLEX Review Care Plans Nursing Pharmacology Study Guide: Beta Blockers Beta-adrenergic blocking agents, commonly known as beta blockers, are medications used to reduce blood pressure and are often prescribed to treat cardiac problems. They work by blocking the effects of adrenaline, also called epinephrine, which is “the fight …

Antacids Nursing Pharmacology Study Notes and Care Plan Nursing Pharmacology Study Guide: Antacids Antacids are a group of gastrointestinal (GI) medication that contains inorganic salts that have the ability to neutralize stomach acid. Several GI disorders can be treated with antacids, particularly indigestion and peptic ulcer disease. Many antacids can …

Ace Inhibitors – Pharmacology for Nurses Ace Inhibitors are also known as Angiotensin-converting enzyme is used to treat conditions such as: Hypertension Migraines Coronary artery disease Heart failure (CHF) Heart Attacks (MI) Some Chronic renal failures Diabetes Scleroderma For exam questions on Ace inhibitors, remember that it is used to: …

Glucophage – pharmacology for nursing students and nurses Glucophage also known Metformin is a very common medication that nurses and nursing students give on all floors of the hospitals and other medical facilities. Glucophage is an oral diabetes medication the helps to control blood sugar levels. Glucophage is given to …

Here is a quick 5 minute video explaining the effects of Magnesium on the heart. Enjoy 🙂  

[buzzsprout episode=’221379′ player=’true’]   Protonix (Pantoprazole): is a proton pump inhibitor used to treat certain stomach and esophageal           problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, …