[Exam 2] Med Cards Flashcards
Nasal Sprays: Nursing Consideration
Rebound Congestion
Naslcrom/Cromolyn: Use
Allergic rhinitis by inhibiting release of histamines
MDI: Class
Bronchodilators
Steroids
MDI: Use
Asthma
COPD
MDI: Nursing Consideration
Make sure pt can use apparatus
Inhale deeply while compressing, hold 10 seconds, exhale slowly
Wait 30-60 seconds between doses
Rinse mouth afterward
Dilator first, then steroid
PDI: Class
Steroids
PDI: Use
Asthma
COPD
PDI: Nursing Consideration
Keep in dry, nonhumid place
Do not breathe into PDI
Breathe in quickly, hold, exhale via pursed lips
Rifampin: Class
Macrocytic Antibiotic
Rifampin: Use
TB
Rifampin: Nursing COnsideration
Turns body secretions orange
Have liver function test done
Do not take Echinacea, will make it less effective
Isoniazid: Class
Antituberculotic
Isoniazid: Use
TB
Isoniazid: Nursing Consideration
Empty stomach
Proivde sputum sample every 2-4 weeks
Sputum culutre negative after 3 months
Do not take Echinacea, will make less effective
Pyrazinamide: Class
Antituberculotic