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H2 antagonist Nursing Implications H2 antagonists Nursing Pharmacology H2 antagonists or H2 blockers are medications used in the management of many gastric diseases, such as stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and heartburn. H2 antagonists work by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach. H2 antagonists are usually taken by mouth and are … Read more
Decongestants Nursing Implications Decongestants Nursing Pharmacology Decongestants are a class of medication that is utilized to control airway secretions. They are usually adrenergic or sympathomimetic, wherein they cause localized vasoconstriction to the mucus membranes of the nasal passages and sinus cavities. They come in different forms and are usually available as over-the-counter medications. Because of … Read more
Corticosteroids Nursing Implications Corticosteroids Nursing Pharmacology Corticosteroids are a class of drug that are used to reduce inflammation in the body as well as to control overactive immune system activity and hormonal imbalances. Corticosteroids mimics cortisol, a hormone that is naturally produced in the adrenal glands. Cortisol plays an important role in metabolism, as well … Read more
Cholinergic Agonists Nursing Implications Cholinergic agonists Nursing Pharmacology Cholinergic agonists are agents that act on the parasympathetic nervous system. These are drugs that mimic or modify the effects of acetylcholine (ACh) increasing the activity at the ACh receptor sites. ACh is the primary neurotransmitter of the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). Cholinergic agonists activate the PNS … Read more
Statins Nursing Implications Nursing Pharmacology Study Guide for Statins Statins are chemically modified drugs that are prescribed to lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or “bad cholesterol” levels in the body. They are also known as hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA (HMG-CoA) reductase enzyme inhibitors and are synthesized from the products of fungi. Statins are widely used in the treatment of … Read more
