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Antiviral that is used for HSV + VZV; HARD ON KIDNEYS
Acyclovir
if a baby is born VAGINALLY during an active HSV breakout, what would be given to the baby to prevent infection spreading to baby
Acyclovir
this medication is given during pregnancy to prevent the spread of an active HSV, VZV infection to the baby
Acyclovir
this med is given to children by IV only & must be given SLOWLY + they must be hydrated during entire course of medications
Acyclovir
monitor for phlebitis (inflammation of veins) during the administration + after administration of this medication
Acyclovir
controls postpartum hemorrhage
Hemabate (carboprost tromethamine)
safest choice for hemorrhage for patients that have HTN (HYPERtension)
Hemabate (carboprost tromethamine)
high risk for C.Diff
Clindamycin (Cleocin)
in pediatric patients, you know this medication is working IF their urine output has increased. (this is because the ejection fraction causes increased kidney function)
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
toxicity from this drug, in children, is severe nausea + vomiting
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
this medication is a laxative/stool softener
Docusate Sodium (Colace)
even though this medication is used to help ease a BM, if diarrhea occurs then the medication needs to be stopped.
Docusate Sodium (Colace)
generally given with pain meds, because pain meds generally cause constipation
Docusate Sodium (Colace)
this medication is used in patients that undergo a episiotomy (tearing) during birth
Docusate Sodium (Colace)
used to lower BP but is NOT OK in pregnancy
Enalapril (Vasotec)
monitor for persistent cough and inform patient to tell provider if persistent cough is present while taking this medication
Enalapril (Vasotec)
common severe side effect of this medication is angioedema, mainly in the face + hands
Enalapril (Vasotec)
this medication is NOT OK in pregnancy because it can cause elevated potassium levels
Enalapril (Vasotec)
this medication has risk for renal failure, especially in patients with Hx of renal issues/diseases
Enalapril (Vasotec)
this medication should require a pregnancy test in a sexually active female due to the fact that she could be pregnant and this medication CANNOT be given to pregnant women
Enalapril (Vasotec)
duramorph
Epidural Morphine Sulfate
this medication is commonly given during labor/delivery as a spinal analgesic
Epidural Morphine Sulfate (Duramorph)
this medication commonly causes urinary retention
Epidural Morphine Sulfate (Duramorph)
when this medication is given it is normally given as a ONE TIME, CONTINUOUS dose; and is used to numb not treat pain
Epidural Morphine Sulfate (Duramorph)
it is a LAW to give this medication to every baby in Texas
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
before administration of this medication, you should wipe/clean babies eyes with gauze + sterile saline
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
this medication is applied to the conjunctival sac - inner > outer canthus
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
can be given 1 - 2 hours after delivery, and CAN be delayed until after the first breastfeeding session to help promote mother/baby bonding
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
common side effect of this medication is red + puffy eyes
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
it is a LAW to give this medication to every baby in Texas
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
before administration of this medication, you should wipe/clean babies eyes with gauze + sterile saline
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
this medication is applied to the conjunctival sac - inner > outer canthus
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
can be given 1 - 2 hours after delivery, and CAN be delayed until after the first breastfeeding session to help promote mother/baby bonding
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
common side effect of this medication is red + puffy eyes
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Illotycin)
this is commonly given during vaginal deliveries in patients that have a opioid tolerance
Fentanyl (Sublimaze) patch
this medication is hard on the ears + kidneys; pay attention to kids that complain of ringing in their ears, can be a sign of tinitis
Gentamicin sulfate (Gentamicin)
if a patients urine output is LOW and they are on this med, hold the med + notify the provider
Gentamicin sulfate (Gentamicin)
this medication is an anti-infective & common side effects include pyrogenic effects: fever, chills & HYPOtension
Gentamicin sulfate (Gentamicin)
when a patient is taking this medication, inform patient they cannot take additional acetaminophen(Tylenol)
Hydrocodone/acetaminophen (Lortab/Norco)
pediatric patients UNDER 6 months of age cannot receive this medication
Ibuprofen (Motrin)
this medication cannot be given to pediatric patients with certain viral illnesses, such as chickenpox
Ibuprofen (Motrin)
this can cause renal failure or nephrotoxicity
Ibuprofen (Motrin)
GI LINING DAMAGE CAN OCCUR WITH THIS MEDICATION, upset stomach can occur when given on empty stomach
Ibuprofen (Motrin)
this medication works like an opioid, however it isn’t an opioid; has the same effects of NSAIDs
Ketorolac tromethamine (Toradol)
this medication can only be given for 5 total days, notify PCP before giving longer
Ketorolac tromethamine (Toradol)
this medication is given for pre-eclampesia/pre-term labor; w/ pre-eclampesia this medication prevents seizures, increases seizure threshold, calms the brain
Magnesium sulfate (Infusion)
this medication PROVIDES FETAL NEURAL PROTECTION in pre-term labor
Magnesium sulfate (Infusion)
this medication can lead to toxicity QUICKLY and a common s/s of toxicity is the wet noodle effect: hot, flushed, sweaty + floppy
Magnesium sulfate (Infusion)
DO NOT give this medication to at pt with HTN (HYPERtension), this medication is not used to induce labor + is used to control postpartum bleeding; AFTER other measures like hemabate
Methylergonovine maleate (Methergine)
make sure NOT TO CONFUSE mother + baby dose; used to counteract opioids
Naloxone (Narcan)
this medication is given to PREVENT BLEEDING but can cause HYPERbilirubina
Vitamin K, injectable (Aquamephyton, phytonadione)
DO NOT GIVE THIS IV; give this medication in the vastus lateralis (thigh)
Vitamin K, injectable (Aquamephyton, phytonadione)
what type of drugs are phenobarbital + valproic acid
Antiepileptic Drugs (AED)
this type of drug CANNOT be stopped abruptly + is a sedative, monitor patients & report non-responsivness to provider
Antiepileptic Drugs (AED)
this medication tastes bitter to children + they commonly spit it out/up. Commonly given IV first (which stops seizure) and then transitioned to oral when discharged.
Phenobarbital
this AED medication CAN be given to littles, pediatric patients younger than 3
Phenobarbital
this AED medication CANNOT be given to littles younger than 3
Valproic Acid