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warfarin
Coumadin |
class-anticoagulant
why is it given-interferes w/blood clotting by indirect means normal dose-PO/IV 2.5-10mg/dayx3 SE/interactions-hepatitis, hemorrhage, anaphylaxis, hematuria. interventions/teaching-assess bleeding gums, petechiae, fever, skin rash needed info-avoid OTC's, use soft bristle toothbrush, carry emergency ID, inform dentists of anticoagulant intake |
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heparin
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class-anticoagulant
why is it given-pulmonary emboli, dvt, patency of indwelling venipuncture devices normal dose-5000-7000units IV SE/interactions-hematuria, hemorrhage, thrombocytopenia, anemia, anaphylaxis. increases diazepam action and risk of bleeding, decreases corticosteroid acion interventions/teaching-assess bleeding gums, black tarry stools, blood studies, BP use with caution in diabetes, pregnancy, alcoholism, geriatric patients, children & renal disease |
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Potassium chloride
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class-electrolyte, mineral replacement
why is it given-prevention and treatment of hypokalemia normal dose-PO 40-100mEq IV 20mEq SE/interactions-cardiac depression, dysrhythmias, arrest,hyperkalemia interventions/teaching-assess for peaking T waves, potassium level during treatment, I&O ratio. needed info-add potassium rich foods to diet, avoid OTC products, report hyperkalemic symptoms, do not crush, break or chew tablets |
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pantoprazole
Protonix |
class-proton pump inhibitor
why is it given-GERD, esophagitis, Zollinger Ellison syndrome normal dose-PO 40mg/day IV 80mg every 12 hrs SE/interactions-headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, increases bleeding and pantoprazole serum levels interventions/teaching-report severe diarrhea, avoid hazardous activities and alcohol. assess GI system and hepatic studies |
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metoprolol
Lopressor |
class-antihypertensive
why is it given-lowers BP normal dose-PO 50mg bid SE/interactions-depression, bradycardia, CHF, chest pain. do not use with MAOI's interventions/teaching-assess ECG, I&O, weight, BP. take immediately after meals, report bradycardia, avoid alcohol needed info-wear support hose to minimize effects of orthostatic hypotension |
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furosemide
Lasix |
class-loop diuretic
why is it given-inhibits reabsorption of sodium and chloride normal dose-PO 20-80mg per day SE/interactions-circulatory collapse, loss of hearing, renal failure, neutropenia. increases toxicity of lithium, severe photosensitivity interventions/teaching-assess drowsiness, restlessness, rashes, temp, hearing, weight, I&O. use sunscreen, avoid OTC, high potassium diet |
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digoxin
Lanoxin |
class: antidysrhythmic
why it's given: heart failure normal dose: 0.75-1.25mg PO SE/interactions: dysrhythmias, av block, herbs cause bradycardia, St. John's wort decreases effect interventions/teaching: assess apical pulse for 1 min before giving, do not break crush or chew tabs, assess electrolytes, report signs of shortness of breath |
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tamsulosin
Flomax |
class: adrenergic blocker
why it's given: BPH normal dose: 0.4mg/day PO SE/interactions: dizziness, HA, caution in pregnancy, do not take with prazosin, terazosin interventions/teaching: assess prostatic hyperplasia, CBC, BUN, I&O ratios, do not drive or operate machinery 4hr after first dose |
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levothyroxine
Levothroid |
class: thyroid hormone
why it's given: hypothyroidism normal dose: 50mcg/daily PO SE/interactions: thyroid storm, cardiac arrest, caution in pregnancy, SSRI'S decrease effects interventions/teaching: assess BP, weight daily, cardiac status, hair loss will occur in children, report excitability |
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nizatidine
Axid |
class: H2 receptor antagonist
why it's given: benign gastric and duodenal ulceration normal dose: 300mcg/daily PO SE/interactions: cardiac arrest, aplastic anemia, bronchospasm, hypersensitivity, caution in pregnancy interventions/teaching: ass CBC, administer with meals, evaluate mental status |