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Term
what are the only two natural opiates in pharmacy
Definition
morphine and codeine
Term
what types of antagonists are there
Definition

neutral

inverse

Term
what is the typical analgesic dose and lethel dose of morphine
Definition

10mg for analgesia (PO)

100mg lethel (PO)

Term
does morphine induce it's own metabolism
Definition
NO
Term
what techniques have we used to develop mechanism of action of opiods
Definition

  1. structural activity relationships
  2. receptor isolation and purification
  3. charecterization of receptor binding profiles
  4. charecterizzation of receptor and second messenger system
  5. receptor cloning
  6. investigation of knock out mice
  7. molecular modeling
  8. crystal structure

Term
what are some naturally occuring ligands for opioid receptors
Definition

  1. pro-enkephalin-(leu-enkephalin, met enkephalin)
  2. pro opioimelanocortin( beta-endorphin)
  3. pro-enkephalin( dynorphin A and B,  alpha and beta neoendorphin)

Term
where cn morphine work peripherally in spine or in brain
Definition
all areas
Term
In the perphery describe the opiate receptor in terms of its action on the presynapse
Definition
the opiate receptor is negatively coupled to the Ca channel this means when it it is activated it will not allow the Ca channel to open this is important since Ca is needed for substance p's release into the synapse (its vessicle needs the Ca to bind to the synapase)
Term
how does the opiate receptor work in the peripheral on the post synaptic neuron
Definition
Here the receptor is coupled to the K channel meaning if morphine enters it will open K allowing it to enter and not allowing the generation of an action potential.
Term
How does Gaba prevent transmission in the descending pain pathway
Definition
it will open the Cl channel causing hyperpolarization haulting neuronal firing
Term
morphines action on the opiates mu receptor causes what
Definition

respiratory depression

pupil constriction

reduced GI motility

euphoria

sedation

physical dependence

Term
morphines action on the kappa receptor causes what
Definition

dysphoria

sedation

and sometimes dimerizze with the mu receptor

Term
if you want a drug to work therpeuticlly on the opiate receptor which subreceptor should it hit
Definition
MU
Term
pure agonists typically work on what receptor, and what drugs are pure agonists
Definition

MU

morphine, codeine, methadone, meperidine, etropine, fentanyl

Term
partial agonists work on what receptor and which drugs are partial opiate receptor agonists
Definition

kappa receptor

nalorphine

bupenorphine

pentazocine

Term
what are the opiod antagonists used for and what are the drugs in this class
Definition

they are used for overdose or heroin addiction

naloxone (overdose go to)

naltrexone (heroin addiction some overdose)

Term
what is the basic structure of an opioid
Definition
phenatherine (natural opioids are derived from this)-
Term
what is the most potent opioid
Definition
etorphine
Term
what dosage route is buprenorphine available as
Definition
parenteral and sublingiual
Term
butorphanol is availabe in what routes
Definition
injectable, nasal spray
Term
Metabolism of opiods is dependent on
Definition

glucoronide formation at hydroxy groups (morphine and codeine)

hydrolysis of esters (remifentanil)

N-demethylation (methadone, meperidine)

Term
enterohepqtic circulation of what can be a big issue in administration overdose (in opioids)
Definition
metabolites
Term
what are some factors in withdrawel upon abstiancne of opioids
Definition

  1. receptors it targets, potency, efficacy, duration of action
  2. quantity frequency, duration of administration, route
  3. elimination rate (ADME)

Term
what are some of the molecular basis of opioid tolerance
Definition

some recepters internalize in the membrane

some are metabolized by endozomes

Term
what pain do opioids have little effects against
Definition
neuropathic
Term
When a patient becomes tolerant to the analgesic effect of an opioid, what happens to the respiratoin side effects
Definition
you develop a tolerance to the respiration depression and will be able to take larger doses
Term
There is nausea and vomitting associated with opioids how is this caused
Definition
action on the chemoreceptor trigger zone in the are postrema to the fourth ventricle this in tunr sends a signal to the vomitting center causing you to vomit
Term
will a drug like ipecac work for an opioid overdose why or why not, any alternatives
Definition

  1. no it is not reccommended since the high dose of the opioid will depress the vomitting center
  2. you should give the opioid antagonist naloxone

Term
why do the pupils constrict in opiods and can you develop tolerance to this
Definition
this is an effect on the brain and no tolerance can be acquired
Term
do opioids have and use in the cardiovascular system
Definition
yes they decrease arterial resistance and venous return so therapeutically they are used for myocaRDIAL INFARCT (full agonists only)
Term
why are opioids contraindicated in asthma
Definition
they cause a release of histamine leading to bronchoconstriction
Term
when taking opioids constipation will occur why is this so
Definition
the longetudinal muscles will increase in tone and the sphincter muscles become spastic so they will not be able to work in concert to move the shit out, also decrease in h20 and electroylyte transport and perception to defecate
Term
why would you give an opioid to someone with biliary colic when it aggrevates it
Definition
to treat the extreme pain
Term
the antitussive effect of opioids are due to
Definition

action in the brain which varies by agent

in the periphery brdykinin capsacion blocking may work

Term
What is the analgesic dose of codeiene and what is the antitussive dose
Definition

16-60mg for analgesia

12mg for antitussive

Term
analgesic dose of hyrocodone
Definition
5-10mg
Term
analgesic dose for hydromorphone (dilaudid)
Definition
2,4mg available as SC, IM, PO, suppository
Term
analgesic dose for oxycodone
Definition

5-30 mg IR

10-160mgSR

Term
analgesic dose of methadone
Definition
5-15mg SC, PO q3-5h
Term
how dose methadones duration and efficacy relate to morphine
Definition
during acute administration the graph is superimposable but over extended periods then methode will be longe lasting due to it's longer halflife 
Term
if you are tolerant to methadone how is your tolerance to morphine and heroin (does this relationship work in reverse)
Definition
if you are tolerant to methadone then you will be highly tolerant to morphine and heroin this is not reverse meaning if you are tolerant to morphine may not be so tolerant to methadone
Term
does methadone induce it's own metabolism
Definition
yes
Term
what is the analgesic dose of meperidine (demerol)
Definition
50-150mg sc, im, po 3-4h
Term
what drug would you consider for biliary andand genitourinary pain and why
Definition
meperidine (demerol) since it is less spasmogenic
Term
which analgesic is most likely to cause convulsions on accumulation
Definition
meperidine (demerol) due to normeperidine accumulation (metabolite, just remove a methyl)
Term
why do some kappa agonists get trashed
Definition
higher doses may produce pschotomimetic effects (pcp like)
Term
the partial agonists (mixed agonist-antagonist) haveagonist effects at mu kappa receptors what happens at higher doses
Definition
at higher doses these will be a mu antagonist (weakly)
Term
this partial agonist is the first used in analgesia and has kappa agonist and weak mu antagonist properties
Definition
pentazocine (talwin)
Term
what analgesice category displays nitemares, weird thought hallucinations and psychotomimetic effects
Definition
partial agonists/ mixed agonist/antagonist
Term
what receptors atre the most likely cause for the partial agonist pcp like effects
Definition
action at the sigma (non-opiod) and blocking of the NMDA receptor
Term
since pentazocine has such a potential for abuse what drug is it formulated with
Definition
nalaxone since when it is by mouth naloxone will be broken down but when injected it wont be and block action
Term
what mixed antagonist is a morphinan derivative (agonist of kappa and weak mu antagonist)
Definition
butorphanol (stadol)
Term
what is the big side effect of butorphanol
Definition
increases pulmonary arterial pressure and cardiac work
Term
which mixed agonit is a oxymorphine derivative
Definition
nalbuphine (nubain)
Term
if you give someone a partial agonist and they were on a full agonist what will happen
Definition
you will percipitate withdrawel symptoms
Term
what  is a very potent and very long acting mu partial agonist
Definition
beprenorphine (buprenex)
Term
analgesic dose of beprenorphine
Definition
.3mg and must be injected of sublingual (2mg or 8mg with naloxone), and patch
Term
when will observe withdrawel signs in buprenorphine
Definition
about 3-15 days after last dose
Term
buprenorphine has an interesting effect on the respiration rate when compared to other opioids what is it
Definition
it will have a floor effect meaning it will depress it to a pooint then it will have less of an effect on respiration depression
Term
what drug may antagonise it's own action at higher doses
Definition
buprenorphine (high doses may hit nociceptin/orphanin receptor causeing the diminished effects)
Term
when giving high doses of buprenorphine how do you get a higher analgesic effect
Definition
give a small dose of naloxone
Term
describe fentanyl (sublimaze) potency and duration of action compared to morphine
Definition
it is 100 times more potents and shorter duration of action (not due to metabolizm but due to it going through out the body)
Term
what is the effect of a fever of 104 on the fentanyl patch
Definition
it will increase serum concentraion 3 fold
Term
what is the patch range for fentanyl and what strength must they be opioid tolerant
Definition
12,5-100 micrograms an hour and at 50 mcg must be tolerant
Term
what are a few other highly potent full agonist like fentanyl
Definition
sufentanil (500-700 more potentnt then morphine), alfentanil (alfenta 75x), remifentanil (ultiva 300-450x), lofentanil (6000x)
Term
what opioid is made for antidiarrheal purposes
Definition
diphenoxylate (but puts atropine in it to stop abuse), and difenoxin, loperamide
Term
what are some of the antitusive opioids
Definition
dextromethorphan
Term
what is the d-isomer of levorphanol
Definition
dextromethorphan
Term
ingesting large volumes of this antitussive drug can cause pcp-like effects
Definition
dextromethorphan
Term
what effect does naloxone an opioid antagonist have on a normal individual
Definition
no effect
Term
when you reverse an overdose with naloxone what might happen
Definition
you will percipitate withdrawel signs and you should restrain them
Term
this opioid antagonist has longer half life then naloxone and has an active metabolite and can be used to treat alchohlics
Definition
naltrexone (revia)
Term
what opioi antagonist has blue and green vials
Definition
nalmephene
Term
what is so nice about methylnaltrexone
Definition
this will only work in the peripheral and will target the side effects of opioids, and will not percipitate withdrawel symptoms
Term
what drug blocks reuptake norepinephrine and serotonin and works at mu receptors
Definition
tramadol (ultram)
Term
two nonopioid analgesics
Definition
methotrimeprazine (levoprome), clonidine (duracion)
Term
which drug is used for withdrawel symptoms and neuropathic pain
Definition
clonidine
Term
if you dont control pain what physiologic affects do we see
Definition

promotes breakdown of body tissue

increases metoblic rate, blood clotting, water retnentin

impairs immune function

activates fight or flight response

Term
what are the four quadrents of quality of life
Definition

Physical

spiritual

social

psychological

Term
how does pain effect social aspects of life
Definition

Diminished relationships with family and friends
Decreased sexual function/relations
Altered appearance
Increased caregiver burden

Term
three things that you should go through when assessing pain at start
Definition

let the patient tell you about it

charecterize the pain

develop a therapeutic stratagy

Term
when should you assess for pain
Definition

  1. Admission- this will establish a baseline and find out all the areas of pain
  2. after each intervention- assess before a dose and at peak onset of a dose (maybe use a pain diary)
  3. with each new report of pain

Term
what should you do during the initial pain assessment
Definition

Past Medical History
Past reports of pain if possible
Medication history/compliance information
Psychosocial assessment
Symptom analysis of the current pain:
PQRSTA
Physical examination (including a neurological and musculoskeletal exam)

Term
if a patient has more then one pain (in two areas or constant pain and breakthrough pain)
Definition
you should assess each pain seperately
Term
what is PQRSTA
Definition

  • p-palliative/precipitating/previous therapy (what helps relieve the pain and what bings it on)
  • Q-quality (what does the pain feel likesomatic nociceptice, visceral nociceptive, neuropathic)
  • R-region/radiating (where does it hurt and does it spread)
  • s-site/severity (find out the worst the best now average and where they would like to be)
  • T-temporal (onset duration variation frequency patterns acute chronic)
  • Aassociated symptoms(how does the pain affect you  (sleep, appetite, work mood)

Term
how will the patient describe somatic nociceptive pain
Definition
aching, deep, dull, throbbing, sharp, well localized
Term
how will the patient describe visceral nociceptive paine
Definition
diffuse, gnawing, cramping, aqueezing, pressure, distant sites
Term
neuropathic pain is described how
Definition
burning numb radiating shooting stabbing tingling electric
Term
typical on the 0-10 scale what is the threshold in which pain will impact you life
Definition
5
Term
when a patient has impaired cognition what behavioral cues should you look for
Definition

facial expression

muscle tension

gestures

whinceing 

Term
how do you know if someone is actively dying or overdosed
Definition
look at the pupils see if they dilate
Term
what is modeling
Definition
when you stop circulating to your extremeaties and they discolor
Term
what will you do during the physical exam
Definition

  1. observe pain site
  2. monitor GR, BP, RR (dont rely soley on the patient for pain)
  3. look for signs and non-verbal symptoms

Term
steps of the therapeutic experiment
Definition

  1. Step1-problem definition (data base observations, subjective, objective, knowledge of pathology)
  2. step 2 - assessment (why now what etiology how severe)
  3. step 3- define the therpeutic objective (re-visit your personalized pain goal, pain rating, associated symptoms)
  4. step 4- identify indices of therapeutic effect( use subjective and objective measures)
  5. step 5- indentification of available modalities (non-opiod therapy, opioid, adjuvant. co-analgesics)
  6. step 6- identification of variables affecting therapy (agent related, patient related)

Term
when do you get peak plasma levels of acetaminophen
Definition
30-60min
Term
what can increase the risk of liver toxicity with acetaminophen
Definition
heavy alcohol consumption, fasting or malnutrition
Term
what patient related variables are associated with APAP
Definition

  • liver disease
  • use of EToH
  • malnutritoin or fasting
  • sore throat for more then 2 days with fever headache nausea rash or vomit
  • pain >5days child and >10days adult or worsening fever>3 days
  • children<2

Term
when is the peak serum level of ibuprofen
Definition
1-2 hours
Term
MDD of ubprofen behind the counter
Definition
3200mg
Term

why do NSAIDs give increase cardovascular risk

 

Definition

  • increase water retention- which worsens blood pressure and heart failure
  • also blocking cox two will force the cox-1 pathway- this will increase platelet aggregation

Term
patient related variables of NSAIDs
Definition

  • history of allergies
  • history of GI ulceration, bleeding
  • renal impairment
  • hepatic impairment
  • CHF, fluid retention edema
  • bleeding risk
  • history of alco use
  • self limiting illnesses that do not resolve

Term
Drug interactions of NSAIDs
Definition

  • anticoagulants
  • aspirin (take aspirin first)
  • corticosteroids
  • methotrexate (reduced excretion increased toxicity)
  • furosemide (reduced effect)
  • lithium (reduced renal clearance)

Term
term of opium 
Definition
refers to a mixture of alkaloids from the poppy seed
Term
opiates definition
Definition
naturally occurring alkaloids such as morphine or codeine
Term
opioid definition
Definition
term used to broadly describe all compounds that work at the opioid receptor
Term
narcotic definition
Definition
Greek word for stupor – originally used to describe drugs for sleep, then opioids, now a legal term for drugs that are abused
Term
what is the number one prescribed drugs
Definition
hydrocodone combos
Term
why should you not use morphine in elderly
Definition
it has toxic side effects
Term
why id methadone long acting
Definition
since it is very fat soluable
Term
should you alter methadone prior to 5 days
Definition
no do not it may take a few days to kick in fully use other drugs for breakthrought pain
Term
If you have a patient on over 5 mg should this be concerning
Definition
yes this is a red flag esp if they are opioid intolerant can kill them
Term
opioids of choice for endstage renal impairment
Definition
methadone and fentanyl
Term
what are the most commen side effects of opioids
Definition

sedation

dizziness and confusion

N/V

constipation

dry mouth

sweating

physical dependence

respiratory depression

pupillary constriction

Term
morphine drug interactions
Definition

CNS depressants

alcohol drugs of abuse

Term
opiod patient related variables
Definition

 

  1. age- non one under 12 for transdermal fentanyl, no one under 18 and less then 50kg unless for research
  2. renal impairment/ dialysis- should use methadone or fentanyl but can use ocycodone or hydromorphone
  3. hepatic dysfunction- all opioids go through the liver
  4. race- Azns may not metabolize codeine
  5. body build- frail cachectic ppl may have altered pharmacokintetics/pharmacodynamics with
  6.  trandermal fentanyl
  7. patients ability to swallow
  8. and so much more
Term
what is a good job in treating neuropathic pain
Definition
30% reduction in paini
Term
first line drug for treating neuropathic pain
Definition

tricyclic antidepressants

SSRI and selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors

calcium channel alpha2- ligands (gabapentin

lidocaine

Term
second line treatments for neuropathic pain
Definition

opioids 

tramadol

Term
third line treatment for neuropathic pain
Definition

antiepileptics

antidepressants

mexiletine

NMDA receptor antagonist

topical capsaicin

Term
what is a big problem with using tricyclics for neuropain
Definition
sedation, dry mouth, blurred vision, weight gain, urinary retenting
Term
what is the most common tricyclic antidepressant used in neuropain
Definition
amitriptyline
Term
when should you use caution when using a TCA for neuorpathic pain
Definition

cardiovascular disease

claucoma

urinary retention

autonomic neuropathy

risk of suicide

use of tramadol or methadone

Term
what SNRI's are used most commonly for neuropathic pain
Definition
duloxetine, venlafaxine
Term
what is the most common drug used for neuropathic pain
Definition
gabapentin
Term
what is the big difference with gabapentin and pregabalin (lyrica)
Definition
you can dose it up faster then gabappentin
Term
why not apply lidoderm to open lesions
Definition
why more will get absorbed
Term
when would you use opioid or tramadol as a first line for neuropathic pain
Definition

during titrations of a first line

episodic exacerbations of sever pain

acute neuropathic pain

neuropathic cancer pain

Term
what is acute pain
Definition

  • follows injury to body and generally disappears when injury heals
  • lasts less then 3 months

Term
what are some barriers to effective acute pain relief
Definition

  • pain is harmless
  • pain masks diagnosis
  • not recognized
  • lack of assessment and reassessment
  • fears of addication and respiratory depression
  • inadequate preoperative patient education
  • patient reluctant to ask for drugs
  • interpatient variableitiy to opioids
  • lack of education on opioid dosing
  • accountability for pain management

Term
what should you consider in prescribing for acute pain
Definition

  1. etiology of pain
  2. patient variables
  3. potential for adverse effects
  4. potential for drug interaction
  5. comorbidities that may be exacerbated by non-analgesic properties of drug
  6. costs of therapy
  7. risks of medication abuse
  8. risks of overdose

Term
for acute pain when is an NSAID contraindicated
Definition

coagulopathy

orthopedic surgeries involving bone infusion

following coronary bypass surgery

Term
why can you only use ketoralac for a max of 5 days
Definition
it is the most cox 1 selective and will give ulcers
Term
when does a fentanyl patch kick in
Definition
12 hours to start and 24 hours for full effect so dont use for acute pain
Term
should you ever give pain meds IM
Definition
no absorption is too variable and delay in affect
Term
when can you repeat a bolus dose of an opioid
Definition
after the onset you can give another
Term
if you have a naive patient what type of opioid iv sould you give and if you have a tolerant patient
Definition

the naive patient should use bolus

the tolerant patient should have a continuous infusion

Term
when can you titrate a continuous infusion
Definition
after 5 half lives
Term
intermittent pain will get what type of dosing
Definition
intermittent (bolus)
Term
when is the only time you would consider the continuous infusion of long acting opioid
Definition
for constant pain
Term
when should you not use PCA
Definition
depressed level of consciousness, preexisting respiratory impairment, sleep apnea, elderly, too sick, obese
Term

PSA terms

  1. loading dose
  2. bolus dose
  3. lockout
  4. cumulative dose limits

Definition

  1. loading dose- is the initial dose given at the start of a PCA (not always given)
  2. bolus dose- these are the doses they get everytime they push the button (machine can also give a continuous drip at the same time)
  3. lockout-- this is the predetermined time interval between doses (typically at onset of drug so the doses don't overlap)
  4. cumulative dose limits- the max allowed in 1 or 4 hours

Term
how are you going to titrate for opioids in acute pain
Definition

  1. never titrate by altering lockout
  2. typically increase doseages 25-50%
  3. verify pca program is correct and working

Term
what does the musculoskeletal disorders include
Definition

acute soft-tissues injuries (strains sprains)

repetative strain injury

low back pain

rheumatoid and osteoarthritis

Term
definition of tendon
Definition
connects muscle to bone
Term
definition of ligament
Definition
conntects bone to bone
Term
what is a sprain
Definition
overstretching of ligaments that result in partial or complete tear
Term
what is a strain
Definition
overstreching of the muscle-tendon unit marked by damage to the muscle fibers or muscle sheeth without tearing (damage priamrily to the muscle)
Term
what is tenosynovitis
Definition
inflammation of the tendon sheeth
Term
what are the four elements to inflammation
Definition

heat

swelling

pain

redness

Term
what are some signs/syptoms of acute soft tissue injury
Definition

Discomfort ranging from tenderness to pain; it may occur at rest or with motion
Swelling and inflammation of the affected area
Bruising or abrasion
Loss of motion
Mechanical instability

Term
signs /symptoms repetitive strain or overuse injury
Definition

Pain and stiffness that may occur at rest or with motion
Localized tenderness on palpation
Mild swelling of the affected area
Decreased range of motion
Muscle atrophy

Term
what are the therapeutic objectives of treating acute pain
Definition

1.To relieve pain.
2.Maintain functionality.
3.Return to usual activity and prevention of future injury.
4.Minimize potential for adverse events during treatment.

Term
what are the three phases of treating muscoloskelatal pain
Definition

Phase I – therapy of an acute injury using the RICE principle
Phase II – pain relief using oral or topical agents
Phase III – lifestyle and behavioral modifications for rehabilitation and to prevent recurrent injury or chronic pain.

Term
when will you refer a patient for musclularskelatal pain
Definition

Pain > 7-10 days
Symptoms worsen or subside and then return
Signs of a more serious condition 

Term
what does rice stand for and how long should you do it
Definition

  • 48-72 hours
  • rest affected area
  • Ice the affected area 15-20 min every 2 hours for 48 hours
  • compression-begin wrapping the bandage at the most distal point to the injury firmly but not too tight
  • elevate above hear level

Term
after the first 48 hours what can you do
Definition
you can use heat
Term
treatment modalaties for muscularskelatal injuries
Definition

acetaminophen, NSAIDs (rarely opiods)

topicals

decision points (patient prefrences, extent of injury, patient related variables

Term
what is the drug of choice for a milf to moderate musculoskeletal pain without inflammation
Definition
tylenol
Term
what topical products are used for muscularskeletal injuries
Definition

  1. topical NSAIDs voltaren gel (osteoarthritis), flector patch(sprains and strains)
  2.  local anesthetics lidocaine benzocaine ()work to decrease discharge in superficial nerves to cause numbness)
  3. counterirritants 4 types those that produce redness, cooling, vasodilation, irritate without causing redness

Term
what counterirritants are considered rubefacients (produce redness)
Definition

ally isothiocyanate

ammonia water

methyl salicylate (bengay ultra caution W/aspirin allergy)

trolamine salicylate (aspercreme)

Term
what counterirritants produce cooling
Definition

camphor (jointflex)

menthol (bengay, icyhot)

Term
what counterirritants irritate without redness
Definition
capsaicin
Term
what are some patient education points for counterirritants
Definition

3-5 times a day

externally only

small serface area

wash hands after

avoit eyes and mouth

do not use heating pad

do not wrap in bandage after

call dr if symptoms worsen persist over 7 days resolve and recure

Term
what are the exclusions of self-treatment of topical analgesics
Definition

Moderate-to-severe pain (pain score > 6)
Pain that lasts > 2 weeks
Pain that continues > 7 days after treatment
Increased intensity or change in character of pain
Pelvic or abdominal pain (other than dysmenorrhea)
Accompanying nausea, vomiting, fever or other signs of systemic infection or disorder
Visually deformed joint, abnormal movement, weakness in any limb, or suspected fracture
Third trimester of pregnancy
< 2 years of age (FDA minimum age)*

Term
what type of lifestyle and behavioral modification should you do after the first 48 hrs
Definition

Prolonged immobilization is not appropriate
Start with range of motion exercises, stretching
Warm-up exercises first, then strengthening
Continue strengthening exercise beyond the healing period
Educate on behavior to prevent reinjury

Term
the more common primary headache includes
Definition
migraine, tension-type, cluster
Term
migraines affect what population
Definition

10-15% of patients

most prevalent 35-45

women

Term
what is the most common primary headache
Definition
tension headache (more common in women)
Term
what is the most sever type of primary headache
Definition
cluster headache
Term
what is a thought to be etiology of migraines
Definition
due to the imbalane of modulation of nociceptors and BV tone by serotonin and NE neurons
Term
what is thought to be the cause of pain in a cluster headache
Definition
vasoactive peptide release and neurogenic inflammation
Term
what is the typical presentation of a migraine w/o aura
Definition

two of the following

 

Pain interrupts or worsens with physical activity
Unilateral pain
Pulsating pain
Moderate to severe pain intensity

most have 5 migraines to be diagnosed migraine

 

Term
what is the presentationi of a tension headache
Definition

2 or more of the following

 

Bilateral pain
Non-pulsating pain
Mild or moderate pain intensity
Both of the following present:
No nausea or vomiting (anorexia possible)
Either phonophobia or photophobia (not both)
Duration: 30 minutes to 7 days

most occur 10 or more times

 

Term
what is the presentation of a cluster headache
Definition

Patients may display the following symptoms:
Unilateral pain
Orbital, supraorbital, or temporal pain
Sharp and stabbing pain
One or more of the following present:
Conjunctival injection and/or lacrimation
Nasal congestion and/or rhinorrhea
Eyelid edema
Duration of pain: 2 seconds to 10 minutes

to get diagnosed must have 20 or more

Term
desired outcomes for migraines
Definition

rapid pain relief over the short term

the long term is to diminish recurrence

Term
what is the desired outcomes of treating a tension headache 
Definition
short term to is to lessen headache long term is to avoid analgesic dependence (can have even worse headaches)
Term
general treatment principles for a headache
Definition

  • short term-analgesics, serotonin receptor agonists (triptans), start trreatment early
  • long term management focus one lifestyle modifications, and screen for red flags

Term
what are headache red flags
Definition

New onset, sudden, and/or severe
Onset after 40 years of age
Stereotyped pattern worsens
Systemic signs (e.g., fever, weight loss, accelerated hypertension)
Focal neurologic symptoms (i.e.., other than typical visual or sensory aura)
Papilledema
cough, seizures, prego, patients with cancer, HIV, immunodeficiency disorder

Term
nonpharmacologic therapy for a headache
Definition

patient education- have them keep a record

limit exposure to triggers

Term
migraine triggers
Definition

behavioral

Fatigue, menstruation or menopause, sleep excess or deficit, stress, vigorously physical activity
environmental
Flickering lights, high altitude, loud noises, strong smells, tobacco smoke weather changes
food
Alcohol, caffeine intake or withdrawal, chocolate, citrus fruits, bananas, figs, raisins, dairy products, fermented or pickled products

Term
drugs for migraines
Definition

APAP, NSAID, opioid, 

triptans, ergotamines, caffeine

Term
how to treat a tension headache
Definition

OTC’s commonly used – acetaminophen, NSAID
Non-pcol – ice packs, massage
Relaxation techniques to reduce frequency
Severe pain – non-opioid/opioid

Term
for clusterheadaches how would we treat
Definition
same as migranes and 100% flow rate of oxygen
Term
prophylactic treamtent of migranes
Definition
beta blockers (typically atenolol), calcium channel blockers (verapamil not fda approved), tricyclics at low dose, anticonvulsants (gabapentin)
Term
what is the prophylactic therapy of tension headache
Definition

main is TCA

skeletal muscle relaxants,botulinum

Term
prophylactic therapy of cluster headache
Definition

main is verapamil

may use lithium

Term
what receptors are responsible for aqueous humor
Definition
alpha 2 and beta 2 on the ciliary epithiellium
Term
what does stimulation od the alpha 1 receptor of the radial muscle caus
Definition
mydriasis
Term
if we stimulate the M2 receptor of the iris sphincter mucle what will happen
Definition
Miosis
Term
stimulation of the beta 2 receptor of the cilliary muscle causes what. how about stimulation of the M3
Definition

beta 2 causes relaxation

M3 causes accomadation

Term
how does intraoccular pressure increase
Definition
increased production of aqueous humor or decreased removal
Term
the cilliary body has what type of receptors
Definition
alpha 2 and beta 2
Term
beat 2 receptor stimulation causes what in the eye
Definition
production of aqeous humor
Term
stimulation of alpha 2 causes what in the eye
Definition
decreased production of aqeous humor
Term
what are the effects of stimulating alpha 1 in the eye
Definition
constricts the blood vessals in the eye decreaseing ultrafiltrate availability (less aqueous humor)
Term
what creates the osmotic gradient in the eye to draw ultrafiltrate
Definition
sodium bicarbonate secreted by the ciliary epithilium
Term
why not use glucocorticoids in glaucoma patient
Definition
increase intraoccular pressure
Term
what is the first line of treatment for glaucoma
Definition
prostaglandins
Term
how does a prostaglandin analog work
Definition
increases uveoscieral outflow in the eye maybe by decreasing extracellular matrix
Term
what are the examples of the prostaglandin analogs
Definition

bimatoprost

latanoprost

travoprost

unoprostone

Term
how much do the prostaglandin analogs reduce intraoccular pressure by
Definition
25-35%
Term
what are some of the beta antagonist
Definition

üTimolol (non selective)
üBetaxolol (beta-1 selective but weak beta-2) High concentration achieved in eye   probably produces B2 blockade)
üLevobetaxolol (beta-1 selective but weak beta-2)
üLevobunolol
üCarteolol
üMetipranolol

Term
how do the beta antagonists work in the eye
Definition

block beta 2 on the cilliary epithilium (stoping aquous humor production)

binds to beta 2 receptor in veins to decrease ultrafiltrate

Term
betaxolol and levobetaxolol is beta 1 selective why does it work in the eye
Definition
since it is concentrated in the eye and hits beta 2 receptors
Term
why would some patients need higher concentrations of beta blockers in the eye
Definition
darker pigments in the eye
Term
how much does the  beta blocker decrease IOS by
Definition
20-30%
Term
what are some side effects f beta antagonists
Definition

corneal anesthesia

inflammation

systemic effects- hypotension, bradycardia, syncope 

Term
when is the use of a beta blocker counterindicated
Definition
asthma,COPD, congestive heart disease, cardiac shock
Term
what are the selective alpha 2 agonists (drugs)
Definition

 

üApraclonidine
üBrimonidine

 

Term
why can you not use apraclonidine regularly
Definition

upto 50% of patients will have an allergy to it

tolerance builds up

Term
what are the contraindications of the alpha 2 agonist
Definition

MAOI

anticholinergic use

Term
how does a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor work
Definition
it blocks the formation of sodium bicarbonate in the eye
Term
what is the topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Definition

üDorzolamide
üBrinzolamide

Term
what are the contraindications of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Definition

renal failure, hepatic issues

lowered K and Na

COPD

Term
what are the direct actin cholinergic agonists
Definition

üPilocarpine
üCarbachol

Term
what are the indirect acting cholinergic agonists
Definition

üDiisopropyl fluorophosphates
üEchothiophate
üDemecarium bromide
üPhysostigmine

Term
how does a cholinergic agonist work
Definition

Reduce IOP by contracting pupillary sphincter muscle of the iris and ciliary muscle to physically open the canal of Schlemm and the trabecular network.

Term
what is the posterior portion of the eye
Definition
vitrous body to the iris
Term
describe how 85% of the aqueous humor is drained from the eye
Definition
goes from the back of the eye to the front through the iris out into the trabechular mechwork then out in the canal of schlem
Term
what gets damaged as a result of high IOP
Definition
optic nerve
Term
what is closed angle glaucoma
Definition

this is a sudden  spike in IOP typically to over 40

which is caused by pupillary block (lens and iris connect blocking canal of schlem)

Term
what is open angle glaucoma
Definition
typically a steady increase in IOP
Term
what is the normal IOP
Definition
10-20mmHg
Term
what is the meaning behind your cup in the eye becoming larger/deeper
Definition
axons are dying
Term
how much retinal damge occurs before visual fields are noted
Definition
25-35%
Term
what is glaucoma
Definition

Progressive irreversible optic nerve damage resulting in changes in the optic disk that are associated with loss of visual field

Term
how do you diagnose primary open angle glaucoma
Definition

Evaluation of the optic disk and retinal nerve fiber layer
Visual field assessment
IOP

Term
what is the clinical presentation of closed angle glaucoma
Definition

maybe one red eye

vomitting

IOP 40-90

Term
if you have ocular hypertension what are the treatment goals
Definition

primary reduce IOP by 20-30%

secondary decrease below 21

Term
what is the goals of treatment for glaucoma
Definition

  1. preserve visual function decrease IOP 25-30% in open angle and 40-50% in closed angle
  2. then the secondary goal is to reduce below 21
  3. if disease is advanced reduce IOP below 10
  4. prevent further optic nerve damage

Term
what are the initial treatmens of open angle glaucoma as well as the alternatives
Definition

¨Prostaglandin analogs
¨Beta-blockers
¨Topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
¨Alpha2 agonist

¨Laser trabeculoplasty
¨Surgical trabeculoplasty

Term
describe treating closed angle glaucoma
Definition

 

Steps 1  happen as soon as they present
Typically give acetazolamide 500 iv and 500po /bb=beta blocker topical steroid
Treat vomitting if present have patient lay on back
Step 2 occurs after an hour pilocarpine will open the angle, since pressure is so high we don’t do this right away since it can cause problems, give second dose after 15 min
•step 3 Irodotomy- is putting a hole in the iris

 

Term
what drugs work at the trabecular meshwork
Definition

Prostaglandin analogs
Parasympathomimetic Agents
Epinephrine and Dipivefrin

Term
what drugs work at the cilliary body
Definition

Β-blockers
Alpha2 agonist
CAI's

Term
if a patient has asthma and needs to use a beta blocker for glaucoma what would you use
Definition
betaxolol
Term
what is age related macular degeneration
Definition

Breakdown of the macula
Gradually destroys sharp,  central vision
2 types DRY (Atrophic)majority have this, WET (exudative)

Term
describe dry age related macular degeneration
Definition

Light sensitive cells slowly break down
Central vision gradually becomes blurry
Can be unilateral or bilateral
Associated with the development of drusen

Term
describe what WET AMD is
Definition

Abnormal blood vessels behind the retina start to grow under the macula
Fragile
Often leak blood and fluid
Blood and fluid raise macula
Damage occurs rapidly

Term
what are the risk facots of AMD
Definition

Advancing age
Smoking (2-4 fold increase)
Alcohol consumption
Obesity
Caucasian race
Light-colored eyes
Family history
Female gender
Poor nutrition
Prior cataract surgery

Term
what are the treatments of wet AMD
Definition

 

Laser photocoagulation (may worsen vision)
Photodynamic therapy (PDT)
Macular translocation surgery
Implantable optical devices
Anti-VEGF agents

 

Term
if you have wet AMD can you have dry
Definition
WET AMD occurs after dry AMD proggresses
Term
what are red flags for anti-VEGF treatment
Definition

1.Cardiovascular disease
2.Chronic foot ulcer
3.Renal failure
4.Proteinuria

Term
what was the result of the AREDS
Definition

High levels of antioxidants and zinc can reduce risk of developing advanced AMD by about 25%

Term
what is a side effect of using the AREDS vitamins
Definition
yellowing of the skin and increased risk of lung cancer for smokers
Term
what is retinopathy
Definition

Disease of the small retinal blood vessels
Two common types:
1.Hypertensive
2.Diabetic

Term
what is the leading cause of blindness in working age people
Definition
diabetic retinopathy
Term
what is the cause of diabetic retinopathy
Definition

Vascular disruption due to elevated glucose
Abnormal vascular flow
Disruptions in permeability
Closure or nonperfusion of capillaries
Change in structure and cellular composition of microvasculature
Thickening of capillary basement membrane

Term
what are the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy
Definition

Blurred vision
Gradual loss of vision
Floaters
Shadows or missing areas of vision
Poor nighttime vision

Term
what is diabetic macular edma
Definition

retinal thickening in macular area 

this is something that a patient with retinopothy will get

Term
what are the treatments for dibetic retinopathy
Definition

Laser photocoagulation
Vitreoretinal surgery
Intravitreal corticosteroids
Intravitreous anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) agents
Used off-labelno agents currently approved for DME
Fenofibrate
Candesartan

Term
what type of agent is a fenofibrate
Definition
an antilipemic
Term
how can we decrease a diabetics chance of diabetic retinopathy
Definition

Optimize glycemic control

Optimize blood pressure control

Term
what are sine symptoms of dry eye
Definition

Dry sensation
Burning
Itching
Foreign body sensation
Pain
Photphobia
Blurred vision
Excessive tearing

Term
what is a side effect of lasik
Definition
dry eye disease
Term
what are the treatments of dry eye
Definition

Remove offending agent
Ocular lubricants
Topical cyclosporin (restasis)
Topical corticosteroids (not good)
Omega-3 fatty acids
Punctal plugs
Secretagogues
Mucolytics
Moisture chamber spectacles
Autologous serum
Contact lenses
Permanent punctal occlusion
Systemic anti-inflammatory agents
Surgery

Term
who is excluded for self treatment with eye disease
Definition

 

Eye pain
Blurred vision not attributable to ophthalmic ointments
Sensitivity to light
History of contact lens wear
Blunt trauma
Chemical exposure
Exposure to heat
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
Symptoms persist beyond 72 hours despite treatment

 

Term
first line of treatment for dry eyes is ocular lubricants what should they not have in them
Definition
preservatives- Benzalkonium chloride (BAK)
Term
what can you use restatsis for
Definition
dry eyes
Term
what are some treatments for viral conjuctivitis
Definition

Cold compresses
Ocular decongestants
Artificial tears
refer if unresolved in 7-10 days

Term
what is a keratitis
Definition
infection of the cornea
Term
if both eyes are affects (red) at the same tie what is a likely cause
Definition
allergies
Term
what drug is only approved for the eye
Definition
besifloxacin
Term
if you wear contacts what will you probably get for conjuctiveitis
Definition
fluorquinalones (for pseudomonis coverage
Term
if someone has keratitis what should they do
Definition
go to the emergency room
Term
who is at higher risk for keratitis
Definition
long term contacts users
Term
what can you give for keratitis (viaral)
Definition

 

H. simplex
Trifluridine (topical)
Varicella zoster
Famciclovir or valacyclovir (oral)

 

Term
what is another name for a stye
Definition
hordeolum
Term
how do you treat a stye
Definition

Warm compress applied 3-4 times per day for 5-10 minutes using gentle pressure
should resolve in a week if not go to DR

Term
what are the counseling points for eye infection
Definition

Avoid touching eyes and surrounding area
Wash hands frequently
Disinfect items of constant contact
Avoid exposure to others
Discard contact lenses
Discard eye make-up
Discard antibiotics once course of therapy is complete
Follow proper eye product administration technique

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