Wk 1 Allergy and resp meds Flashcards
Describe the action of histamine and leukotriene and the symptoms of this response.
Histamine- starts the inflammation
Leukotriene- work with histamine to keep the inflammatory response going once it has started
These mediators start actions in tissues and blood vessels resulting in inflammation and its systems.
Contraction of smooth muscle and dilation and leakage of capillaries- swelling, redness, tissues irritation and mucous production
diphenhydramine
use, action, adverse reactions, nursing implications, patient teaching, and lifespan considerations of the following antihistamines.
use- relief of allergic systems caused by histamine release; anaphyalaxis, seasonal/perrenial allergic rhinitis, allergic dermatosis. Parkinson’s and distonic reactions from medication. Mild nighttime sedation. prevention of motion sickness. antitussive (syrup only).
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adverse reactions,
nursing implications,
patient teaching
lifespan considerations
loratadine
use, action, adverse reactions, nursing implications, patient teaching, and lifespan considerations of the following antihistamines.
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adverse reactions,
nursing implications,
patient teaching
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