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Medication Competency Flashcards

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Acetaminophen (PO)

Tylenol

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Indication: Mild pain, Fever

Contraindications: Severe hepatic impairment, Active liver disease

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Hepatic impairment, Renal failure, Toxic epidermal necrosis

Nursing Considerations: When calculating daily dose, consider other medications containing acetaminophen, Lower doses for patients with hepatic impairment

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Notify HCP if fever > 3 days, Discontinue and notify HCP if rash occurs

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Acetylsalicylic acid (PO)
(Aspirin)
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Indication: mild pain, fever, inflammatory disorders, prophylaxis for heart attacks

Contraindications: previous sensitivity to aspirin, cross-sensitivity to other NSAIDS, bleeding disorders

Side Effects: nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: GI bleeding, anaphylaxis, tinnitus

Nursing Considerations: Scheduled doses for inflammatory conditions, Monitor for hypersensitivity reactions, Monitor serum levels >400mcg/mL

Patient Teachings: Consult HCP if tinnitus occurs, or if fever exceeds 3 days, Take with food or water, sit upright for 15-30 min to reduce GI effects

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Alprazolam (PO)

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Indication: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorders, anxiety associated with depression

Contraindications: Previous hypersensitivity, sensitivity to other benzodiazepines, pre-existing CNS depression

Side Effects: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness

Adverse Reactions: Blurred vision, tinnitus, chest pain

Nursing Considerations: Monitor patients for S/S of respiratory depression, Give smallest possible therapeutic dose to prevent ataxia

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as prescribed, avoid grapefruit juice and alcohol, drowsiness may occur so avoid driving

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Amlodipine (PO)

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Indication: Hypertension, angina pectoris, spastic angina

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Systolic BP <90mmHG

Side Effects: Dizziness, fatigue, flushing

Adverse Reactions: Hypotension, bradycardia

Nursing Considerations: Monitor BP before and during therapy, intake/ output ratios daily, monitor for S/S of heart failure

Patient Teachings: take exactly as prescribed, teach patient to monitor pulse, drowsiness may occur so avoid driving, notify HCP if HR <50bpm

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Atorvastatin Calcium (PO)

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Indication: Management of high cholesterol, Prevention of CAD

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Active liver disease

Side Effects: Constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, heartburn

Adverse Reactions: Chest pain, insomnia, memory loss

Nursing Considerations: Obtain baseline lipid profile before treatment, obtain diet history (fat consumption)

Patient Teachings: Take medication exactly as prescribed, medication should be implemented along with diet/ exercise changes

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Dextromethorphan (PO)

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Indication: Coughs caused by upper respiratory infections, Chronic non-productive coughs

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, chronic productive coughs, patients taking MAO inhibitors or SSRI’s

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Stomach pain, sedation

Nursing Considerations: Monitor cough type and frequency, monitor for symptom improvement

Patient Teachings: Take drug exactly as prescribed and don’t exceed recommended amount, contact HCP if cough last longer than 1 week

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Diphenhydramine (PO)

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Indication: Relief of allergic symptoms, Mild sedation, Prevention of motion sickness

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Acute asthma attacks, Known alcohol tolerance

Side Effects: drowsiness, dizziness

Adverse Reactions: Tinnitus, blurred vision

Nursing Considerations: There are multiple uses for this drug, so it’s important to know the reason it was ordered when assessing symptoms.

  • Anaphylaxis: assess for hives and airway
  • Insomnia: assess sleep patterns
  • Motion sickness: assess for nausea, vomiting

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as prescribed. May cause drowsiness so avoid driving. May cause dry mouth - keep up with oral rinses. Teach sleep hygiene, dark quiet room and limit daytime naps.

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Docusate sodium (PO)

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Indication: Constipation, Prevent opioid induced constipation

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Abdominal pain

Side Effects: Diarrhea, abdominal cramps

Adverse Reactions: Electrolyte imbalance, urinary discoloration, rash

Nursing Considerations: Determine adequate fluid intake, exercise and diet before administration

Patient Teachings: Laxative should be used for short-term therapy. Teach patient other forms of bowel regulation including increase fluid intake.

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Famotidine (PO)

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Indication: Management of GERD, Acid indigestion, Active duodenal ulcers/ benign gastric ulcers

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Patients with phenylketonuria

Side Effects: Diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness

Adverse Reactions: Arrhythmias, Agranulocytosis, Aplastic anemia

Nursing Considerations: Assess for abdominal pain, Look for blood in emesis/stool/gastric aspirate

Patient Teachings: Take course exactly as directed even if you are feeling better, May cause drowsiness so avoid driving, Avoid alcohol

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Ferrous Sulfate (PO)

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Indication: Iron deficiency anemia

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Hemochromatosis (iron overload w/ organ damage), hemosiderosis (iron overload w/o organ damage)

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, dark stools

Adverse Reactions: GI bleeding, syncope

Nursing Considerations: Monitor Hb levels, hematocrit/ reticulocyte count during therapy

Patient Teachings: Explain purpose of iron therapy. Stools may appear dark green/black. Educate importance of implementation of high-iron foods.

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Furosemide (PO)

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Indication: Hypertension, HF, edema, renal disease

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Cross-sensitivity w/ thiazides and sulfonamides

Side Effects: Diarrhea, dehydration

Adverse Reactions: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia

Nursing Considerations: Monitor BP/ fluid intake output ratios/ weight with longterm use, Stop if oliguria occurs (small amount of urine)

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Change position slowly to reduce orthostatic hypotension, Call HCP if gain >3lbs in one day

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Gabapentin (PO)

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Indication: Partial seizures, Post-herpetic neuralgia

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: dizziness, drowsiness, depression

Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity reactions, Suicidal thoughts

Nursing Considerations: Monitor patients for changes in behavior (depression, suicidal behavior). When stopping medication, must be stopped gradually over course of >1 week to avoid seizures.

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as prescribed, May cause drowsiness (avoid driving), Call HCP if thoughts of suicide, depression or anxiety occur

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Guaifenesin

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Indication: Coughs caused by upper respiratory infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Intolerance to alcohol

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Urticaria, Stomach pain

Nursing Considerations: Monitor cough type and frequency

Patient Teachings: Educate to cough effectively (mobilize mucus out of respiratory tract), May cause drowsiness (avoid driving)

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Hydrochlorothiazide (PO)

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Indication: Mild to moderate hypertension, HF, renal dysfunction

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Anuria

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness

Adverse Reactions: Hypotension, Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Nursing Considerations: Monitor BP, fluid input & output, daily weight. Assess for skin rash throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as prescribed, Monitor weight biweekly and report significant changes to HCP, Change positions slowly to prevent orthostatic hypotension

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Ibuprofen (PO)

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Indication: Pain, Inflammation, Fever

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Concurrent use of other NSAIDs, Active GI bleed or ulcers,

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: HF, MI, Stroke, GI bleeding

Nursing Considerations: Assess pain before and 1-2 hours post-administration, Assess for S/S of GI bleeding

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Avoid drinking alcohol, Take with food, Contact HCP if symptoms persist beyond 10 days or become worse

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Levothyroxine (PO)

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Indication: Thyroid supplement for hypothyroidism, euthyroid goiters

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Hyperthyroidism

Side Effects: Sweating, Headache

Adverse Reactions: Tachycardia, arrhythmias, chest pain

Nursing Considerations: Assess apical pulse and BP periodically throughout therapy, Monitor thyroid function prior to and during therapy (TSH levels)
Assess for tachycardia/ chest pain

Patient Teachings: Explain that this is a lifelong therapy, Take medication at the same time each day

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Lisinopril (PO)

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Indication: Hypertension, HF

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, previous angioedema with other ACE inhibitors

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Hypotension, impaired renal function

Nursing Considerations: Monitor BP and pulse periodically throughout therapy, Assess for signs of angioedema throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Take medication at same time each day, call HCP if rash/sore throat/fever occurs, change positions slowly to prevent orthostatic hypotension, Do not take if pregnant

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Loratidine (PO)

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Indication: Seasonal allergies, Hives

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Drowsiness, Dry mouth

Adverse Reactions: Blurred vision, GI upset

Nursing Considerations: Assess for S/S of allergy, Assess lung sounds and bronchial secretions

Patient Teachings: Take drug exactly as directed, May cause drowsiness (avoid driving), avoid alcohol

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Losartan (PO)

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Indication: Hypertension

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Bilateral renal artery stenosis

Side Effects: Diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness

Adverse Reactions:
Hypotension, Chest pain, angioedema

Nursing Considerations: Assess patient for signs of edema, assess BP and pulse throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Change positions slowly to prevent orthostatic hypotension, May cause drowsiness (avoid driving)

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Metformin (PO)

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Indication: Type II Diabetes

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Diabetic ketoacidosis, Severe renal impairment

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Hypoglycemia, Lactic acidosis

Nursing Considerations: Monitor for S/S of hypoglycemia, Patients with severe renal impairment are at risk for lactic acidosis

Patient Teachings: Take at the same time everyday, Usually long-term therapy, Take with prescribed diet and exercise

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Ondansetron (PO)

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Indication: Prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy/ radiation therapy

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Use with apomorphine

Side Effects: Diarrhea, constipation

Adverse Reactions: Serotonin syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Nursing Considerations: Monitor for S/S of serotonin syndrome, Assess for rash periodically

Patient Teachings: Take medication exactly as directed, call HCP if you have irregular heartbeat, S/S of serotonin syndrome, involuntary movement of eyes/face/limbs

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Oxycodone (PO)

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Indication: Moderate to severe pain

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Respiratory depression, acute or severe bronchial asthma

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Respiratory depression, Orthostatic hypotension, Blurred vision

Nursing Considerations: Assess vitals (BP/pulse/RR) before and periodically throughout therapy, assess for risk of opioid addiction, abuse or misuse before administration

Patient Teachings: instruct patient on when and how to take medication, do not share medication with others, advise patient that this medication has abuse potential

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Potassium (PO)

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Indication: Hypokalemia

Contraindications: Hyperkalemia, severe renal impairment, Untreated Addison’s disease

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Arrhythmiaa, GI ulceration, paresthesia

Nursing Considerations: Assess for S/S of hypokalemia

Patient Teachings: Take medication as directed, Encourage compliance with recommended diet

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Prednisone (PO)

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Indication: Inflammation, Immunosuppression, endocrine disorder

Contraindications: Active untreated infections, Osteoporosis or other degenerative bone diseases, Uncontrolled hyperglycemia

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, Acne, depression, increased hunger, weight gain

Adverse Reactions: Peptic ulceration, Thromboembolism, Hypertension

Nursing Considerations: Assess for S/S of adrenal insufficiency before and periodically throughout therapy, Monitor intake/output, observe for peripheral edema

Patient Teachings: Take medication as directed, Don’t stop taking suddenly or adrenal insufficiency may occur, Contact HCP if abdominal pain or melena occurs

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Bacitracin (Topical)

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Indication: Prevention of minor skin infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Renal impairment

Side Effects: Burning, Redness, Irritation of the skin

Adverse Reactions: Rash, Hives, Difficulty breathing

Nursing Considerations: Assess lesions prior to and periodically throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Use exactly as directed, Notify HCP if rash, hives or difficulty breathing occurs

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Fentanyl patch (Topical)

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Indication: Moderate to severe chronic pain

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Respiratory depression, acute/ severe bronchial asthma

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Respiratory depression, Bradycardia, Hypotension

Nursing Considerations: Assess BP/RR/pulse before and throughout therapy , assess risk for opioid addictions use or misuse prior to administration

Patient Teachings: instruct how and when to take pain medication, Instruct on proper application and disposal of patch, Avoid water (patch may not stick)

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Hydrocortisone cream (Topical)

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Indication: Inflammation and itching from allergic/immunologic skin problems

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Untreated bacterial or viral infections (this is a corticosteroid, so it may weaken defenses)

Side Effects: Dryness, irritation, burning

Adverse Reactions: Edema, Secondary infection

Nursing Considerations: Assess skin before and daily throughout therapy, Note degree of inflammation and itching

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Inform proper administration technique, Inform HCP if symptoms do not resolve or if they get worse

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Lidocaine patch (Topical)

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Indication: Pain due to post-op neuralgia

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, 3rd-degree Heart block, Wolf-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Seizure, Cardiac arrest

Nursing Considerations: Monitor ECG continuously, BP and RR during therapy, monitor for pain throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Explain purpose of patch to patient, Instruct on proper administration/ disposal of patch, Avoid water to ensure the patch sticks

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Nitroglycerin patch (Topical)

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Indication: Long-term prophylactic management of angina pectoris

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Increased inter-cranial pressure, Severe anemia

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Hypotension, Contact dermatitis

Nursing Considerations: monitor BP and pulse before and after administering, Assess location, duration, intensity and precipitating factors during therapy

Patient Teachings: Take drug exactly as directed, Change positions slowly to minimize orthostatic hypotension, Inform HCP if dry mouth or blurred vision occur

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Enoxaparin (SQ)

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Indication: Prevention of VTE, DVT and PE

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, Increase in bleeding of gums or menstrual flow, Pain at injection site

Adverse Reactions: Bleeding, edema, alopecia

Nursing Considerations: Assess for S/S of bleeding, Assess for signs of increased thrombosis, Monitor for hypersensitivity reaction

Patient Teachings: instruct patient on correct technique for self-injection care and disposal, Report any symptoms of unusual bleeding or bruising. Don’t take aspirin or ibuprofen without consulting doctor.

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Heparin (SQ)

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Indication: Thromboembolitic disorders (VTE/ PE)

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Uncontrolled bleeding, Open wounds

Side Effects: Rash, pain at injection site

Adverse Reactions: Bleeding, Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, alopecia, osteoporosis

Nursing Considerations: Assess for S/S of bleeding before and during therapy, Monitor for hypersensitivity reactions, Assess for increased thrombosis

Patient Teachings: Report any symptoms of unusual bleeding or bruising immediately, Don’t take NSAIDS without consulting HCP, Avoid activities that may lead to injury, Use soft toothbrush and electric razor during therapy

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Insulin short-acting (Novalog - SQ)

Insulin long-acting (Levimir - SQ)

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Indication: Diabetes

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Hypoglycemia

Side Effects: Swelling and itching at injection site

Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity reactions, Hypoglycemia

Nursing Considerations: Assess periodically for S/S of hypo/hyperglycemia, Monitor body weight periodically

Patient Teachings: Explain that it is a long-term therapy, Emphasize importance of nutritional/ exercise guidelines, Teach proper administration technique

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Cyanocobalamin (IM)

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Indication: Vitamin B12 deficiency, Pernicious anemia

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Itching, swelling of body

Adverse Reactions: Anaphylaxis, HF, pulmonary edema, hypokalemia

Nursing Considerations: Assess for S/S of Vitamin B12 deficiency before and periodically throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Consume foods high in Vitamin B12 (meat, seafood, eggs), Encourage compliance with diet, Emphasize importance of follow up and evaluate progress

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Latanoprost ophthalmic solution (Eye drop)

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Indication: Increased intraocular pressure with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, intraocular inflammation

Side Effects: Dry eye, Lid discomfort

Adverse Reactions: Eye pain, back pain, blurred vision

Nursing Considerations: Do not administer while patient is wearing contact lenses, Don’t exceed once-daily dosing

Patient Teachings: Inform patient of risk of eye color change in treated eye, Darkening of eyelid may occur, Remove contacts before administering and wait 15 minutes to put them back in

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Timolol (Eye drop)

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Indication: Hypertension, prevention of MI, prevent migraine headaches

Contraindications: Uncompensated HF, pulmonary edema, bradycardia

Side Effects: Fatigue, weakness

Adverse Reactions: Anaphylaxis, Arrythmias, HF, pulmonary edema, bradycardia

Nursing Considerations: Monitor intake/output ratios and daily weight, assess patient routinely for fluid overload

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Teach how to take BP/ pulse, Call HCP if difficulty breathing/wheezing occurs

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Albuterol (INH)

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Indication: Asthma, COPD, Prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Wheezing, Chest pain, Palpitations, arrhythmias

Nursing Considerations: Observe for wheezing (withhold and notify HCP if this occurs), Assess lung sounds/pulse/BP before and during peak of therapy

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as directed, Contact HCP if shortness of breath is not relieved , Inform patient of potential bad taste, Avoid smoking and other respiratory irritants

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Fluticasone propionate (INH)

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Indication: Chronic asthma

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting

Adverse Reactions: Conjunctivitis, Epistaxis, Pharyngitis, Laryngitis

Nursing Considerations: Observe for S/S of system corticosteroid effects, monitor patient during period of stress or severe asthma attack

Patient Teachings: Take exactly as prescribed, Contact HCP if medication does not improve asthma episodes, Report all adverse reactions

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Ipratropium (INH)

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Indication: Reversible airway obstruction due to COPD and asthma

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Avoid during acute bronchospasm

Side Effects: Cough, headache, dizziness, dry mouth

Adverse Reactions: Blurred vision, hypotension, epistaxis

Nursing Considerations: Assess respiratory status before administering and during peak of therapy

Patient Teachings: Instruct patient of proper inhaler use and take as directed, Rinse mouth after use, Do not exceed 12 doses in 24 hours

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Ceftriaxone (IV)

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Indication: Infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Diarrhea, Rash

Adverse Reactions: C.diff-associated diarrhea, Anaphylaxis, Seizures

Nursing Considerations: Assess for infection before and during therapy, Obtain specimen for culture and sensitivity before therapy

Patient Teachings: Report signs of superinfection and allergic rxn, Notify HCP if diarrhea occurs (contains blood, mucus, pus)

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Ciprofloxacin (IV)

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Indication: Infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, Hx of muscle weakness

Side Effects: Diarrhea, rash

Adverse Reactions: C.diff-associated diarrhea, anaphylaxis, seizures

Nursing Considerations: Assess for infection at beginning and throughout therapy, obtain specimen for culture and sensitivity before therapy

Patient Teachings: Report signs of superinfection and allergic rxn, Notify HCP if diarrhea occurs (blood, mucus, pus)

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Doxycycline (IV)

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Indication: Infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Diarrhea, rash

Adverse Reactions: C.diff-associated diarrhea, pancreatitis, hepatoxicity

Nursing Considerations: Assess for infection at beginning and throughout therapy, obtain specimen for culture and sensitivity before therapy, monitor bowel function, assess for rash periodically throughout therapy

Patient Teachings: Report signs of superinfection and allergy, Notify HCP if diarrhea occurs (blood, mucus, pus)

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Piperacillin/ Tazobactam (IV)

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Indication: Bacterial infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Diarrhea, rash

Adverse Reactions: C.diff-associated diarrhea, anaphylaxis, seizures

Nursing Considerations: Assess for infection at beginning and throughout therapy, obtain specimen for culture and sensitivity before therapy

Patient Teachings: Report signs of superinfection and allergy, Notify HCP if diarrhea occurs (blood, mucus, pus)

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Pantoprazole (IV)

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Indication: GERD

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: Diarrhea, flatulence

Adverse Reactions: C. Diff-associated diarrhea, Bone fractures, Systemic lupus erythmetosis

Nursing Considerations: Assess routinely for epigastric and abdominal pain

Patient Teachings: Take medication as directed, Notify HCP is fever and diarrhea develop

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Vancomycin (IV)

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Indication: Bacterial infections

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects: diarrhea, rash

Adverse Reactions: Redman’s Syndrome (alleviate by lowering rate of infusion), Anaphylaxis, nephrotoxicity

Nursing Considerations: Assess for infection recovery, Obtain specimen for culture and sensitivity

Patient Teachings: Report any hypersensitivity reaction, tinnitus, vertigo or hearing loss to HCP

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Metoprolol (PO)

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Indication: Hypertension, angina pectoralis

Contraindications: HF, Pulmonary edema, Bradycardia

Side Effects: nausea, vomitting

Adverse Reactions: Worsened HF, Pulmonary edema, Bradycardia

Nursing Considerations: Monitor BP, ECG & pulse throughout therapy, monitor
intake/output & daily weight

Patient Teachings: Take medication exactly as directed, Contact HCP if slow pulse, difficult breathing, or dizziness occurs

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