1. General Pharmacology Chapter Twelve

3. Pharmacology The study of drugs, their sources, characteristics, and effects K EY TERM

4. M EDICATIONS

7. Tell new EMT-Bs that compiling an accurate description of the patient’s medication not only helps the ambulance crew but also helps hospital personnel obtain important information about the patient and his or her history. P RECEPTOR P EARL

8. G ENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT MEDICATIONS

11. Indication K EY TERM Use of a medication to treat for a specific illness

12. Contraindication K EY TERM Situation in which a medication would be ineffective and cause harm

13. Side Effects K EY TERM Undesirable effects on a patient Some side effects are predictable (e.g., headache as a side effect of nitroglycerin).

14. Dose Actions Route (i.e., orally, sublingually, by injection) K EY TERMS How much should be given to a patient Desired effects on a patient How the medication is administered

15. Compressed Powders, or Tablets Sublingual Spray Forms of Medications (Continued)

16. Liquids for Injection Gases Forms of Medications (Continued)

17. Gels Suspensions Forms of Medications (Continued)

18. Fine Powder for Inhalation Metered-Dose Inhaler Forms of Medications

21. There are many medications that patients may be taking that offer clues to their medical history or presenting problem. The EMT-B should carry a pocket guide (e.g., Pocket Reference for BLS Providers ) that lists commonly prescribed medications. Field Resources

22. 1. List the forms of medications. medication administration. 3. List the medications carried on the 2. List the four of the “rights” in ambulance. R EVIEW QUESTIONS