CNS depressants

funtion of sedatives

maintain sleep

function of hypnotics

produce sleep

what are some things to consider with Benzodiazepines

Some pt may have the opposite of what you are treating them for

side effects of Benzodiazepines

•“Hangover” effect or daytime sleepiness

function of Diazepam

Treatment of anxiety

Nursing considerations for Diazepam

Monitor BP and have them get up slowly

Use a large vein if you give it IV

Function of Midazolam

•Most used preoperatively and for moderate sedation

where should you give Midazolam

Buccal

vein

large muscle

Why should you have a crash cart nearby a pt taking Midazolam

rapid GI absorbed and cross blood brain barrier

Nursing teaching to pt taking Temazepam

Give it 1 hr before bed and no more than 7-10 days (taper off)

Function of Nonbenzodiazepine (Eszopiclone Lunesta)

Short term of insomnia management YOU CAN USE THIS FOR A LONG TIME

with the eldery taking Nonbenzodiazepine what should you monitor for

hepatic issues

Why shouldnt you take Nonbenzodiazepine with alc

gives additive effects

FUNCTION OF Ramelteon (Rozerem)

Used for diffuclty sleep onset not for long term use

Function of Barbiturates

Work on the brain stem

For short procedures

To relieve ICP

To intubate patients

Intermediate acting and long acting

What should the nurse monitor Barbiturates

MONITOR RR

Function of muscle relaxors

treat multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy

To prevent toxicity and crystals what should you give the pt

FLUIDS

Function of Cyclobenzaprine

for car accident pain