VULVOVAGINITIS AND SOMATRIPTAN Flashcards
1
Q
what are nursing interventions that a patient with vulvovaginitis should follow?
A
- patient should avoid douching or powder
- keep the area clean and dry
- wear cotton underwear
2
Q
what medication helps treat vulvovaginitis and what is an adverse effect of this medication?
A
treat with metronidazole but know that it can cause a disulfiram reaction so avoid alcohol
3
Q
what is somatropin?
A
produced in the pituitary gland and it helps a person to grow
4
Q
how is somatropin administered?
A
SQ injections that should be administered 6-7 days a week
5
Q
how long should somatropin be given to a child and how is this confirmed?
A
medication is continued until bone maturation takes place and this is confirmed via X-ray that is done every 2-3 months to check if epiphyseal plates are closed
6
Q
what adverse effects occurs if the patient does not take somatropin?
A
- disrupts vertical growth
- delay epiphyseal closure
- retarded bone age
- delayed sex development
- premature aging
