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The process by which medications travel through body tissues until they reach the bloodstream.
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absorption
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The therapeutic effect of a medication on the body
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action
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An oral medication that binds and adsorbs ingested toxins in the gastrointestinal tract for treatment of some poisonings and medication overdoses. Charcoal is ground into a very fine powder that provides the greatest possible surface area for binding medications that have been taken by mouth; it is carried on the EMS unit.
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activated charcoal
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The process of binding or sticking to a surface
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adsorption
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A medication that causes stimulation of receptors.
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agonist
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A medication that binds to a receptor and blocks other medications.
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antagonist
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A medication that is an antipyretic (reduces fever), analgesic (reduces pain), anti-inflammatory (reduces inflammation), and potent inhibitor of platelet aggregation (clumping).
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aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid or ASA)
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Conditions that make a particular medication or treatment inappropriate; for example, a condition in which a medication should not be given because it would not help or may actually harm a patient.
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contraindications
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The amount of medication given on the basis of the patient's size and age.
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dose
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When the EMT directly administers the medication to the patient.
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EMT-administered medication
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Medications that enter the body through the digestive system.
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enteral medications
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A substance produced by the body (commonly called adrenaline), and a drug produced by pharmaceutical companies that increases pulse rate and blood pressure; the drug of choice for an anaphylactic reaction.
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epinephrine
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A semiliquid substance that is administered orally in capsule form or through plastic tubes.
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gel
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The original chemical name of a medication (in contrast with one of its "trade names"); the name is not capitalized.
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generic name
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A condition characterized by a low blood glucose level.
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hypoglycemia
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The therapeutic uses for a specific medication.
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indications
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Breathing into the lungs; a medication delivery route.
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inhalation
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The effect that a medication is expected to have on the body.
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intended effect
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An injection into a muscle; a medication delivery route.
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intramuscular (IM) injection
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A delivery route in which a medication is pushed through a specialized atomizer device called a mucosal atomizer device (MAD) into the naris.
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intranasal (IN)
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Into the bone; a medication delivery route.
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intraosseous (IO)
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An injection directly into a vein; a medication delivery route.
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intravenous (IV) injection
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A chemical substance that is used to treat or prevent disease or relieve pain.
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medication
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A miniature spray canister used to direct medications through the mouth and into the lungs
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metered-dose inhaler (MDI)
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A device that is used to change a liquid medication into a spray and push it into a nostril.
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mucosal atomizer device (MAD)
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A medication that increases cardiac perfusion by causing arteries to dilate; you may be allowed to help the patient self-administer the medication.
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nitroglycerin
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By mouth; a medication delivery route.
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oral
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A simple sugar that is readily absorbed by the bloodstream; it is carried on the EMS unit.
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oral glucose
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Medications that may be purchased directly by a patient without a prescription.
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over-the-counter (OTC) medications
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A gas that all cells need for metabolism; the heart and brain, especially, cannot function without oxygen.
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oxygen
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Medications that enter the body by a route other than the digestive tract, skin, or mucous membranes
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parenteral medications
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When the EMT assists the patient with the administration of his or her own medication.
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patient-assisted medication
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When the EMT adminsters medication to him or herself or to a partner.
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peer-assisted medication
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Through the mouth; a medication delivery route; same as oral.
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per os (PO)
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Through the rectum; a medication delivery route.
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per rectum (PR)
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The process by which a medication works on the body.
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pharmacodynamics
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The study of the properties and effects of medications.
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pharmacology
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The simultaneous use of multiple medications by a patient as typically seen in elderly people.
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polypharmacy
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Medications that are distributed to patients only by pharmacists according to a physician's order.
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prescription medications |
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Any effects of a medication other than the desired ones.
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side effects
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A liquid mixture that cannot be separated by filtering or allowing the mixture to stand.
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solution
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Injection into the tissue between the skin and muscle; a medication delivery route.
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subcutaneous (SC) injection
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Under the tongue; a medication delivery route.
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sublingual (SL)
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A mixture of ground particles that are distributed evenly throughout a liquid but do not dissolve.
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suspension
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Lotions, creams, and ointments that are applied to the surface of the skin and affect only that area; a medication delivery route.
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topical medications
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The brand name that a manufacturer gives a medication; the name is capitalized.
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trade name
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Through the skin; a medication delivery route.
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transcutaneous (transdermal)
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Actions that are undesirable but pose little risk to the patient.
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unintended effect
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Actions that can be harmful to the patient.
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untoward effects
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