Antihistamines Flashcards
1
Q
Benadryl
A
Diphenhydramine
2
Q
Claritin
A
Loratadine
3
Q
Zyrtec
A
certirizine
4
Q
Atarax
A
Hydroxyzine
5
Q
Diphenhydramine
A
PO, IM, IV
6
Q
LORATADINE
A
PO ONLY
7
Q
CETIRIZINE
A
PO ONLY
8
Q
HYDROXYZINE
A
IM ONLY
9
Q
Common side effects NCLEX tips:
A
- constipation
- nausea & vomiting
- headache
- fatigue
- dizziness
- drowsiness
- dryness of the mouth, nose, and throat
- sleepiness
10
Q
nursing intervention teaching:
A
avoid activities that require mental alertness. Notify the doctor if:
- painful urination
- difficulty urinating
- visual problems
11
Q
what condition can antihistamines not be given?
A
open angle glaucoma because it dilates the pupil and does not allow the outflow of aqueous humor.
