Amoxicillin - ATI Medication Template PDF

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ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:

Medication

STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ MEDICATION amoxicillin __________________________________________________________________________

REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________

CATEGORY CLASS Penicillin ______________________________________________________________________

PURPOSE OF MEDICATION

Expected Pharmacological Action binds to bacteria cell wall: bacteriacital

Therapeutic Use anti-infectives anti-ulcer agents Bactericidal action; spectrum is broader than penicillins

Complications

Medication Administration

SEIZURES, C-DIFF, Serum sickness, hypersensitivity rn, rash, diarrhea, increased liver enzymes

Contraindications/Precautions ALLERGY renal imparement Infectious mononucleosis

Interactions

Nursing Interventions Observe for signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis (rash, pruritus, laryngeal edema, wheezing). Assess for infection (vital signs; appearance of wound, sputum, urine, and stool; WBC) at beginning of and throughout therapy.

INCREASE effect of warfarin DECREASES oral contraception effectiveness

Client Education Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness Resolution of the signs and symptoms of infection. Length of time for complete resolution depends on the organism and site of infection. Endocarditis prophylaxis. Eradication of H. pylori with resolution of ulcer symptoms. Prevention of inhalational anthrax (postexposure).

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES

FINISH all medication. Report the signs of superinfection (furry overgrowth on the tongue, vaginal itching or discharge, loose or foul-smelling stools) and allergy. Notify health care professional immediately if diarrhea, abdominal cramping, fever, or bloody stools occur and not to treat with antidiarrheals without consulting health care professional.

THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE

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