NUR 1212 medicatation map #1 PDF

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NUR 1212C - Health Alterations Across the Lifespan I 5...

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Alprazolam (Xanax) Benzodiazepines Prescribed dose: 0.5 mg -Assess degree and manifestations of anxiety and mental status before and after -Assess patient for drowsiness, lightheadedness, and dizziness. -Monitor CBC, liver and renal function periodically Side Effects: Dizziness, drowsiness,

Metoprolol (Lopressor) Beta blocker Prescribed dose: 50 mg -Monitor BP and pulse frequently -Monitor intake and output ratios and daily weight - Monitor VS and ECG every 5-15 min Side Effects: Dizziness, fatigue, weakness, anxiety, depression, insomnia memory loss diarrhea Lisinopril (Prinivil) ACE inhibitor Prescribed dose: -Monitor BP, ECG, and pulse frequently -Monitor intake and output ratios and daily weight -Monitor VS and ECG every 5-15 min Side Effects: Fatigue, dizziness, cough, headache high potassium levels Docusate (Colace) Laxatives Prescribed dose: 100mg / 10 ml -Assess for abdominal distention, presence of bowel sounds, and usual pattern of bowel function -Assess color, consistency, and amount of stool produced Side Effects: Throat irritation, mild cramps diarrhea rashes

Quetiapine (Seroquel) Antipsychotics Prescribed dose: 25mg -Assess for suicidal tendencies -Monitor mental status before and after -Assess weight and BMI initially and throughout therapy Side Effects: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome seizures dizziness Ondansetron (Zofran) Antiemetics Prescribed dose: 2 mg -Assess patient for nausea, vomiting, abdominal distention, and bowel sounds prior to and following administration -Assess patient for extrapyramidal effects Side Effects: Headache dizziness

Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) Laxatives Prescribed dose: 5mg -Assess for abdominal distention, presence of bowel sounds, and usual pattern of bowel function -Assess color, consistency, and amount of stool produced Side Effects: Abdominal cramps, diarrhea nausea and rectal burning

Prochlorperazine (Compazine) Antiemetics Prescribed dose: -Monitor BP, ECG, pulse, and respiratory rate -Assess patient for level of sedation after administration -Monitor patient for onset of akathisia Side Effects: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome sedation dry eyes tardive...