Gastric Protectants Flashcards by Marissa Steinbergs | Brainscape

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Misoprostol (mechanism)

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enhances mucosal defenses
suppresses the secretion of gastric acid
maintains submucosal blood flow by promoting vasodilation

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Misoprostol (nursing considerations)

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Administer with meals
causes diarrhea and abdo pain
contraindicated in pregnancy

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Sucralfate

Functional Classification

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Protectant, antiulcer

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Sucralfate

Chemical Classification

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Aluminum hydroxide, sulfated sucrose

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Sucralfate

Mechanism of Action

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Protective barrier against acid and pepsin

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Sucralfate

Nursing Considerations

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administer orally on empty stomach
constipation
may impeded absorption of: warfarin, phenytoin, theophylline, digoxin, abx; ADMIN 2h apart

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