NUR 2030-Medication

what is another name for metoprolol?

Lopressor

what is metoprolol?

beta blocker\= treats HTN, angina and prevents MI

what are common side effects of metoprolol/Lopressor?

fatigue, weakness, erectile dysfunction

what should a nurse assess before giving metoprolol?

BP, pulse and ECG. During IV administration, monitor VS, ECG every 5-15 min. If BP is

what should a nurse teach a patient about metoprolol?

how to check pulse and BP. Avoid abrupt stoppage of metoprolol. Carry medical ID at all times

what is another name for nitrolingual?

nitroglycerin

what is nitrolingual?

nitrate/antianginal \= prophylactic management of angina pectoris

what are common side effects of nitrolingual?

dizziness, headache, hypotension, tachycardia

what should a nurse assess before giving nitrolingual?

monitor BP & pulse

what should a nurse teach a patient about nitrolingual?

change position slowly to avoid orthostatic hypotension, avoid alcohol, keep med in original container to avoid unwanted absorption

what is Lantus?

insulin (intermediate) \= control of hyperglycemia in pt w/ type 2 diabetes

what are common side effects of Lantus?

localized swelling, erythema & pruritis (itching)

what should a nurse assess before giving Lantus?

check glucose levels.

what should a nurse teach a patient about Lantus?

how to properly administer, rotation of injection sites, carry a source of sugar(candy) and medical ID at all times

what is onset time for Lantus?

3-4 hours

what is peak time for Lantus?

no peak time

what is duration time for Lantus?

24 hours

what is another name for seroquel?

quetiapino

what is seroquel?

antipsychotic \= schizophrenia, bipolar

what are common side effects of seroquel?

dizziness, weight gain

what should a nurse assess before giving seroquel?

BP for hypotension, mental status/suicidal thoughts

what should a nurse teach a patient about seroquel?

avoid OTC meds, family be alert for signs of sucidial thoughts

what is another name for lisinopril?

prinivil, zestril

what is lisinopril?

ACE inhibitor \= lowers BP in HTN pt, management of HF following MI

what are common side effects of lisinopril?

cough, hypotension, taste disturbances

what should a nurse assess before giving lisinopril?

family history of angioedema, BP and pulse, dyspnea or facial swelling

what should a nurse teach a patient about lisinopril?

avoid salt substitutes and foods high in salt/K, change position slowly

what is another name for digoxin?

lanoxin

what is digoxin?

cardiac glycoside \= treats HF, atrial fibrillation

what are common side effects of digoxin?

fatigue, bradycardia, anorexia, nausea, vomiting

what should a nurse assess before giving digoxin?

has the pt taken digitalis preparations in the past 2-3 weeks, listen to apical pulse for 1 min and hold med if

what should a nurse teach a patient about digoxin?

how to take pulse and report if

what is antidote for digoxin?

digibind, digifab

what is another name for coumadin?

warfarnin, jantoven

what is coumadin?

anticoagulant \= treatment of venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, atrial fibrillation

what are common side effects of coumadin?

cramps, nausea, fever

what should a nurse assess before giving coumadin?

bleeding gums, nosebleeds, tarry/black stools, fall in BP or hematocrit

what should a nurse teach a patient about coumadin?

shave w/ electric razor, avoid flossing, avoid foods high in vitamin K and alcohol

what is another name for synthroid?

levothyroxine, levothroid

what is synthroid?

thyroid hormone \= supplement for hypothyroidism, treatment of euthyroid goiters

what are common side effects of synthroid?

headache, insomnia

what should a nurse assess before giving synthroid?

Apical pulse & BP

what should a nurse teach a patient about synthroid?

not a cure but a lifelong therapy

what is another name for metformin?

glucophage

what is metformin?

biguanides \= management of type 2 diabetes

what are common side effects of metformin?

abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

what should a nurse assess before giving metformin?

serum electrolytes, ketones pH & glucose; assess renal function before starting

what should a nurse teach a patient about metformin?

may cause metallic taste that usually resolves, take med at same time everyday, carry medical ID and sugar (candy) at all times

what is another name for cymbalta?

duloxetine

what is cymbalta?

antidepressant \= treatment of major depressive or generalized anxiety disorder

what are common side effects of cymbalta?

fatigue, drowsiness, insomnia, dry mouth, nausea, diarrhea, dysuria, increased sweating

what should a nurse assess before giving cymbalta?

suicidal thoughts, BP for HTN, continued weight loss

what should a nurse teach a patient about cymbalta?

assess for sucidal thoughts

what is another name for effexor?

venlafaxine

what is effexor?

antidepressant \= treatment of major depressive or generalized anxiety disorder

what are common side effects of effexor?

headache, dizziness, anxiety, abnormal dreams, chills, sexual dysfunction

what should a nurse assess before giving effexor?

suicidal thoughts, BP for HTN, continued weight loss

what should a nurse teach a patient about effexor?

assess for sucidal thoughts

what is another name for diazepam?

valium

what is diazepam?

benzodiazepine/antianxiety \= treatment of anxiety disorders, pre-op sedation, treatment of seizures and insomnia

what are common side effects of diazepam?

dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy

what should a nurse assess before giving diazepam?

BP, assess for phlebitis & thrombosis

what should a nurse teach a patient about diazepam?

avoid alcohol, s/sx of phlebitis & thrombosis

what is another name for lorazepam?

ativan

what is lorazepam?

benzodiazepine/antianxiety \= treatment of anxiety disorders, pre-op sedation, treatment of seizures and insomnia

what are common side effects of lorazepam?

dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy

what should a nurse assess before giving lorazepam?

BP, assess for phlebitis & thrombosis

what should a nurse teach a patient about lorazepam?

avoid alcohol, s/sx of phlebitis & thrombosis

what is alprazolam?

benzodiazepine/antianxiety \= treatment of anxiety disorders, pre-op sedation, treatment of seizures and insomnia

what are common side effects of alprazolam?

dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy

what should a nurse assess before giving alprazolam?

BP, assess for phlebitis & thrombosis

what should a nurse teach a patient about alprazolam?

avoid alcohol, s/sx of phlebitis & thrombosis

what is another name for gabapentin?

gralise, neurontin

what is gabapentin?

antiseizure drug/neuropathic pain \= treatment of partial seizures, restless leg syndrome

what are common side effects of gabapentin?

confusion, depression, drowsiness, ataxia

what should a nurse assess before giving gabapentin?

assess for suicidal thoughts

what should a nurse teach a patient about gabapentin?

assess for suicidal thoughts

what is another name for zithromax?

azithromycin, Zmax

what is zithromax?

antibiotic/macrolides

what are common side effects of zithromax?

abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

what should a nurse assess before giving zithromax?

any allegies to -mycin or macrolide antibiotics,

what should a nurse teach a patient about zithromax?

finish all doses, do not take w/ food, wear sunscreen, s/x of anaphylaxis (rash, wheezing)

what is another name for omeprazole?

prilosec

what is omeprazole?

antiulcer drug \= treatment of GERD, duodenal ulcers, heartburn

what are common side effects of omeprazole?

abdominal pain, dizziness, drowsiness

what should a nurse assess before giving omeprazole?

any epgastric or abdominal pain, monitor CBC labs

what should a nurse teach a patient about omeprazole?

avoid alcohol, NSAIDs/aspirin, report black/tarry stools to doctor

what is another name for Celexa?

citalopram - paxil

what is Celexa?

antidepressant \= treats depression, OCD, PTSD

what are common side effects of Celexa?

apathy, confusion, drowsiness, insomnia, weakness, abdominal pain, dry mouth, diarrhea, saliva, nausea, flatulence, dyspepsia, sweating, tremor

what should a nurse assess before giving Celexa?

assess for suicidal thoughts

what should a nurse teach a patient about Celexa?

assess for suicidal thoughts, use sunscreen, change positions slowly to prevent dizziness

what is another name for Colace?

docusate sodium, fleets, correctal

what is Colace?

laxative \= prevention of constipation

what are common side effects of Colace?

mild cramps, diarrhea, throat irritation, rash

what should a nurse assess before giving Colace?

bowel sounds, abdominal digestion

what should a nurse teach a patient about Colace?

increase fluid intake, only for short term therapy

what is another name for Aricept?

donepezil

what is Aricept?

cholinesterase inhibitor \= treatment of dementia and Alzheimer's

what are common side effects of Aricept?

headache, diarrhea, nausea