Miki - Acetaminophen Flashcards
Acetaminophen names
Generic - listed
Trade - Tylenol
Acetaminophen: drug class
Antipyretics
Nonopioid analgesic
Acetaminophen: indications
Treats mild pain and fever
Acetaminophen: action
Inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins that may be pain /fever mediators
No anti inflammatory properties
Acetaminophen: contra indications
Previous hypersensitivity
Severe hepatic impairment
Use cautiously in:
- hepatic disease
- alcoholism
Acetaminophen: adverse affects
Acute generalized exanthematous pustules is (AGEP)
Steven’s-Johnson syndrome
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Hepatotoxicity
Acetaminophen: safe dose
325-650mg q6h
Acetaminophen: why is Miki taking it
PRN for minor pain from osteoporosis and compression fracture from it
Acetaminophen: side effects seen in Miki
None
Acetaminophen: waht is important to know about this drug and miki
Dysphagia
Miki takes calcium carbonate, alendronate, omeprazol, ASA, ramipril, and Timoptic
Use of NSAIDS (ASA) may increase risk of renal side effects
Acetaminophen: nursing actions for miki
Monitor for rashes, blisters, skin peeling
Assess for pain/fever for effectiveness
Miki says not working - do pain assessment
Taking ASA But not for pain
Acetaminophen: what does miki need to know
Helps with minor body aches
AGEP
Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis
White or red eruptions of the skin that are pus filled. Can lead to skin infections that can be septic and lethal
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
More severe version of SJS
- blistering and peeling
Steven’s Johnson syndrome
Flu like symptoms with blisters and rash on skin
