Download Resp Meds Matching mixed up (3)

Matching: Match the class of medication to its action or use; then match the classification to the example that fits into that category.
1. Antibiotic
A
decreases resistance in the respiratory airway and increases airflow to the lungs; some mimic “fight or flight”
2. Antihistimine
B
used to treat bacterial infections; potential for drug allergy
3. Antileukotrienes
C
creates immunity to a disease by using small amounts of killed or weakened causative microorganism
4. Anti-tuberculin
D
used orally to stimulate the immune system of the body; “alternative” medicine
5. Antitussive
E
used in prevention and treatment of illness caused by mycobacterium; treatment lasts for months
6. Antiviral
F
prevent the release of substances at that cause allergic reactions; used for asthma & allergic rhinitis
7. Bronchodilator
G
promotes drainage of mucus from the lungs by thinning the mucus; encourage drinking water
8. Decongestant
H
can be used to prevent the flu; blocks replication of causative agent
9. Expectorant
I
used largely for treating allergies; first generation (older varieties) are sedating
10. Herbal Therapy
J
used in an attempt to treat coughing and related conditions; some are sedating
11. Mast cell stabilizers
K
shrinks the swollen membranes in the nose and makes it easier to breath; may cause insomnia or HTN
12. Vaccinations
L
prevents bronchoconstriction by blocking a chemical substance that promotes an inflammatory response
1. Antibiotic
2. Antihistimine
3. Antileukotrienes
4. Anti-tuberculin
5. Antitussive
6. Antiviral
7. Bronchodilator
8. Decongestant
9. Expectorant
10. Herbal Therapy
11. Mast cell stabilizers
12. Vaccinations
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
psuedoephedrine (Sudafed)
cromolyn sodium (Intal )
haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
ribavirin (Virazole)
albuterol (Proventil)
echinacea (American cone flower)
guafennisen (Mucinex)
montelukast sodium (Singulair)
benzonatate (Tessalon Perles)
rifidin (Rifampin)
azithromycin (Zithromax)
loratadine (Claritin)