Allergy Medications Flashcards
1
Q
ALLERGY MED
Diphenhydramine PO IV IM
A
- is an antihistamine that can also be a seDative
- some travel nurses take it to sleep on planes.
- allergic reaction use: MD will prescribe this medication to Pxs if they need to take a med to which they are allergic to (e.g blood or IV contrast before a CT
- reduce N V for Ca Pxs
2
Q
ALLERGY MED
Loratidine PO
Cetirizine PO
Fexofenadine PO
❌ DO NOT GIVE to NURSING WOMAN
A
use: Antihistamine, colds, rhinitis
NCLEX TIPS: Will cause dry mouth & TACHYCARDIA
-take on EMPTY STOMACH (food blocks absorption)
-will cause drowsiness, avoid alcohol
❌ DO NOT GIVE to NURSING WOMAN
3
Q
ALLERGY MED BeclomethaSONE Nasal Sprays FluticaSONE Nasal Sprays MometaSONE Nasal Sprays TriamcinoLONE Nasal Sprays
A
use: Rhinitis and chronic asthma
NCLEX TIPS: All of these cause oral fungal infections, hoarseness, & epistaxis.
Teach pxs to rinse mouth & seek regular peak flow monitoring.
