Tamara Shared "Pedes" - 31 Picmonics
With Picmonic, facts become pictures. We've taken what the science shows - image mnemonics work - but we've boosted the effectiveness by building and associating memorable characters, interesting audio stories, and built-in quizzing. Whether you're studying for your classes or getting ready for a big exam, we're here to help.
Pedes
Acetaminophen
- Indications
- Fever
- Pain
- Mechanism of Action
- Reversibly Inhibits COX
- Acts Primarily in CNS
- Side Effect
- Hepatic Necrosis
- N-acetylcysteine Antidote
51 secs
Acetaminophen Antidote
- Antidote
- N-Acetylcysteine
33 secs
Acyclovir (Zovirax)
- Mechanism
- Guanosine Analog
- Inhibits Viral Replication
- Thymidine Kinase Activation
- Indications
- Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
- Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV)
- Side Effects (Oral)
- Headache
- GI Distress
- Side Effects (IV)
- CNS Toxicity
- Nephrotoxicity (Crystalline Nephropathy)
- Considerations
- Prevents Recurrent Episodes
- Slow IV Infusion
2 mins
Albuterol (Proventil)
- Mechanism
- Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist
- Indications
- Bronchospasm
- Asthma
- Side Effects
- Angina
- Tachycardia
- Tremor
1 min
Ampicillin and Amoxicillin
- Mechanism
- Aminopenicillin
- Indications
- Broad Spectrum Penicillin
- Gram-Positive and Some Gram-Negative Infections
- Side Effects
- Rash
- Ampicillin Rash in EBV
- Diarrhea
- Pseudomembranous Colitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Considerations
- No Effect Against Staph Aureus
- Often Combined with Beta-Lactamase Inhibitor
2 mins
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
- Mechanism
- Inactivates Na+ Channels
- Indications
- Seizures
- Bipolar Disorder
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Side Effects
- Nystagmus
- Ataxia
- Hepatotoxicity
- Blood Dyscrasias
- Water Retention
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- Considerations
- Avoid Grapefruit Juice
2 mins
Cephalosporins
- Starts with "Cef-"
- Mechanism of Action
- Bactericidal
- Indications
- Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Infections
- Side Effects
- Allergic Reactions
- Thrombophlebitis
- Bleeding
- Contraindications
- Renal Impairment
- Considerations
- Avoid IV Calcium with Ceftriaxone
- No Alcohol
2 mins
Cimetidine and Famotidine (H2 Receptor Blockers)
- -tidine Suffix
- Mechanism
- H2 Receptor Blocker
- Indications
- Suppress Gastric Acid Secretion
- Side Effects (All)
- Pneumonia
- Side Effects - Cimetidine
- Anti-androgen Effects
- CNS Changes
2 mins
Dexamethasone
- Decadron
- Corticosteroid
- Inflammation
- Cytokines
- Severe allergies and asthma
- Hypertension
- Cushing syndrome
- Monitor weight, blood pressure, electrolytes
- Glucose levels
- Take with Food
- vision change or loss
2 mins
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
- Mechanism of Action
- Increases Inotropy
- Indications
- Heart Failure
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Side Effects
- Bradycardia
- Fatigue
- Contraindications
- Heart Block
- Nursing Considerations
- Heart Rate Below 60
- Hypokalemia
- Monitor for Toxicity and Visual Changes
- Digibind
2 mins
Vancomycin
- Mechanism of Action
- Inhibits Bacterial Cell Wall Synthesis
- Indications
- Serious Gram-Positive Infections
- Side Effects
- Nephrotoxicity
- Ototoxicity
- Red Man Syndrome
- Thrombophlebitis
- Nursing Considerations
- Culture Samples First
- Infuse IV Over 60 Minutes
- Take Around the Clock
2 mins
Loop Diuretics
- Mechanism of Action
- Thick Ascending Limb of Loop of Henle
- Inhibits Na+-K+-2Cl-
- Sulfa Drug
- Drug Names
- Furosemide
- Lasix
- Side Effects
- Ototoxicity from Rapid Injection
- Gout
- Dehydration
- Hypocalcemia
- Hypokalemia
- Orthostatic Hypotension
2 mins
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
- Mechanisms
- NSAID
- COX Inhibitor
- Indications
- General Pain
- Fever
- Inflammatory Conditions
- Side Effects
- GI Ulcers
- Nephrotoxicity
- Rash
- Considerations
- Avoid with Alcohol
- Risk of Thrombotic Event
2 mins
Montelukast (Singulair)
- Mechanism
- Leukotriene Receptor Blocker
- Indications
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Asthma Prophylaxis
- Exercise Induced Bronchospasm
- Side Effects
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Mood Changes
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Considerations
- Increased Risk of Churg Strauss
2 mins
Morphine
- Mechanism
- Opioid Receptor Agonist
- Indications
- Pain
- Myocardial Infarction
- Side Effects
- Nausea and Vomiting
- CNS Depression
- Biliary Colic
- Constipation
- Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
- Pupillary Constriction
- Hypotension
2 mins
Dephenhydramine
- Dyphenhydramine
- Antihistamine
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Photosensitivity
- GI Distress
- Give with food
- Avoid Alcohol
- avoid CNS depressants
50 secs
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
- Inhibits H1 Histamine Receptor
- Allergy
- Motion Sickness
- Insomnia
- Sedation
- Anticholinergic Side Effects
- Alpha-1 Receptor Blocker
- Decreased Alertness
Fentanyl
- Mechanism of Action
- Opioid Receptor Agonist
- High Potency
- Indications
- Anesthesia Induction
- Chronic Pain
- Breakthrough Pain
- Side Effects
- CNS Depression
- Respiratory Depression
- Constipation
- Miosis
- Considerations
- Addiction
3 mins
Beta-2 Agonists
- Short-Term Treatment
- Terbutaline
- Asthma
- Tocolysis
- Albuterol
- Asthma
- Long-Term Treatment
- Salmeterol
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
3 mins
Aminoglycoside Overview
- End in "-mycin"
- GNATS
- Gentamicin
- Neomycin
- Amikacin
- Tobramycin
- Streptomycin
- Mechanism of Action
- Bactericidal
- Requires Oxygen for Uptake
- Synergistic with β-lactam Antibiotics
- Indications
- Severe Gram-Negative Infections
- Bowel Surgery Prep
- MECHANISM OF RESISTANCE
- Bacterial Transferases
3 mins
Ace Your Registered Nurse (RN) Classes & Exams with Picmonic:
Over 2,040,000 students use Picmonic’s picture mnemonics to improve knowledge, retention, and exam performance.
Choose the #1 Registered Nurse (RN) student study app.
Picmonic for Registered Nurse (RN) covers information that is relevant to your entire Registered Nurse (RN) education. Whether you’re studying for your classes or getting ready to conquer your NCLEX®-RN, Hesi, ATI, TEAS test, Kaplan exams, we’re here to help.
Works better than traditional Registered Nurse (RN) flashcards.
Research shows that students who use Picmonic see a 331% improvement in memory retention and a 50% improvement in test scores.