beclomethasone (glucocorticoids) Flashcards
beclomethasone comes in which route
inhalation
beclomethasone is what type of drugs
glucocorticoid
what is the pharmacological action of prednisone and beclomethasone
prevent inflammation
suppress airway mucus production
promote responsiveness of beta 2 receptors in the bronchial tree
reduce airway mucosa edema
therapeutic use of beclomethasone
long-term prophylaxis of asthma
For COPD patients is can manage exacerbations
complications of beclomethasone
difficulty speaking; hoarseness; and candidiasis
contraindications/precautions of beclomethasone
avoid chronic use in lactating patients
clients who received a live virus vaccine or have systemic fungal infection
use cautiously in children and in clients who have diabetes mellitus; hypertension; heart failure; liver and kidney dysfunction; peptic ulcer disease; osteoporosis
because beclomethasone can cause difficulty speaking; hoarseness; and candidiasis what should a client do after inhaling medication
rinse mouth or gargle with water after use
clients taking beclomethasone should monitor for
monitor for redness; sores; white patches ; and report to provider if they occur
clients who develop candiasis while on beclomethasone can treat it with what medication
nystatin oral uspension
client should use what device with inhaler
spacer
nursing interventions
teach client how to use inhaler
how should clients administer prescribed medications of an inhaled beta 2 agonist and an inhaled glucocorticoid
take beta 2 agonist first –bronchodilation and then glucocorticoid – beta 2 agonist ehances absorption of glucocorticoid
how is the effectiveness of beclomethasone evaluated
long term control of asthma
resolution of acute exacerbations demonstrated absence of shortness of breath; clear breath sounds; absence of wheezing; and return of respiratory rate to baseline
