Paracetamol Flashcards
1
Q
What medicine group is paracetamol part of?
A
Non-opioid compound analgesic
2
Q
What routes can paracetamol be administered?
A
Oral
Rectal
Intravenous
3
Q
What are the indications of paracetamol?
A
Mild to moderate pain
Pyrexia
4
Q
What are the side effects of paracetamol?
A
Rashes
Blood disorders
Hypotension, flushing and tachycardia on infusion
5
Q
What are the cautions and contradictions of paracetamol?
A
Don’t consume in combination with alcohol
Don’t consume if suffering from chronic nutrition/dehydration
6
Q
What are the nursing implications of paracetamol?
A
Assess effective by monitoring and recording child’s pain using pain assessment tool.
