Ventolin HFA
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, (albuterol sulfate) a bronchodilator. Ventolin opens the patient's airways
and promotes the movement of air. It is indicated for the treatment in
bronchospasms in patients with cases such as RSV, asthma, COPD, and
other respiratory illnesses.
=>dose: supplied as an inhaler
=>to use: instruct the patient to shake the canister before each
activated spray. The patient will uncap the mouthpiece of the
inhaler, fully exhale, and place the mouthpiece in their mouth
(ensuring good closure with their lips). Instruct the patient to
inhale slowly, while simultaneously pushing down on the
canister, releasing the medication. The patient should then hold
their breath for 10 seconds, and then breath out slowly and
evenly. If the patient administers more than one inhalation at a
time, the patient must wait at least 1 minute before using the
second inhalation and must shake the inhaler prior to
administration. Instruct the patient to keep the inhaler clean
and dry, and store it with the cap on the mouthpiece. The
patient should clean their inhaler, on a weekly basis, by
removing the canister and placing the mouthpiece under warm
running water for at least 30 seconds. The patient should shake
out the excess water and allow the parts to air dry before
putting the inhaler back together.
caution: may cause nervousness and tremors in some patients. It can cause
an increase in heart rate and/or uneven heart beats. Albuterol may cause
dry mouth and throat and patients should rinse their mouth out after each
use to prevent mouth sores. Instruct patient/families that the inhaler should
be kept with them, at all times, in the event the patient needs to use the
inhaler for symptom treatment.
Adenosine (in-house)
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, (adenocard) an antiarrhythmic administered to convert supraventricular
tachycardia (SVT)
=>dose: rapid IV push in an AC IV with an immediate flush of
saline until the patient's heart rate converts or until a maximum
of 3 doses has been reached. 1st dose- 6mg RAPID IV push
with immediate flush. 2nd dose-if patient does not convert
with 1st dose, may increase dose to 12mg RAPID IV push with
immediate flush
caution: patient must be on a cardiac monitor prior to administration;
patient must have IV fluids infusing during administration; can cause
decreased blood pressure, so monitor vital signs; this medication may
cause chest pain and shortness of breath during administration. encourage
patient to take slow deep breaths; place patient on nasal cannula O2 to
help decrease shortness of breath during administration; always have
provider at bedside during administration
Clindamycin (in-house)
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(cleocin) an antibiotic administered to treat bacterial infections. A great
alternative for patients who are allergic to penicillins.
=>dose: 300-900mg IM or IVPB in 500mL or 1000mL NS IV bag
caution: watch for rashes and diarrhea associated with sensitivity to this
medication
Promethazine-Codeine
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, (phenergan with codeine) a controlled cough suppressant. Promethazine,
which is an antihistamine, combined with codeine, can be the difference
between a completely sleepless night, and a good night's rest.
Promethazine with codeine is prescribed to treat cold or allergy symptoms
such as a runny nose or sneezing, but is generally prescribed to treat a
difficult-to-control cough.
=>dose: supplied in a 6.25-10mg/5ml syrup
caution: promethazine with codeine can have sedative effects such as
drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Advise the patient and/or
family not to drive or drink alcohol while taking this medication. The
codeine within this medication might cause constipation in some patients.
Do NOT prescribe to patients under 6 years of age. Promethazine with
codeine should not be prescribed for patients with lung disease such as
asthma or COPD. An overdose of this medicine can cause severe
drowsiness, and decreased breathing.
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
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(septra, bactrim) a sulfa antibiotic prescribed to treat different types of
bacterial infections such as bronchitis, ear infections, and urinary tract
infections. Since it inhibits bacterial growth, sulfamethoxazole is considered
a bacteriostatic antibiotic. Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole are
commonly prescribed in combination due to possible synergistic effects,
and reduced development of resistance.
=>dose: supplied in 800-160mg tablets; take tablet as prescribed
with food to prevent nausea or vomiting
caution: do not prescribe to patients who have an allergy to sulfa drugs.
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim is contraindicated in patients with liver and
kidney disease, as well as chronic anemia. Septra or Bactrim should NOT be
administered for women who are pregnant. May cause photosensitivity,
avoid extended amount of time in the sunlight.
Nitrostat (in-house)
Give this one a try later!
, (albuterol sulfate) a bronchodilator. Ventolin opens the patient's airways
and promotes the movement of air. It is indicated for the treatment in
bronchospasms in patients with cases such as RSV, asthma, COPD, and
other respiratory illnesses.
=>dose: supplied as an inhaler
=>to use: instruct the patient to shake the canister before each
activated spray. The patient will uncap the mouthpiece of the
inhaler, fully exhale, and place the mouthpiece in their mouth
(ensuring good closure with their lips). Instruct the patient to
inhale slowly, while simultaneously pushing down on the
canister, releasing the medication. The patient should then hold
their breath for 10 seconds, and then breath out slowly and
evenly. If the patient administers more than one inhalation at a
time, the patient must wait at least 1 minute before using the
second inhalation and must shake the inhaler prior to
administration. Instruct the patient to keep the inhaler clean
and dry, and store it with the cap on the mouthpiece. The
patient should clean their inhaler, on a weekly basis, by
removing the canister and placing the mouthpiece under warm
running water for at least 30 seconds. The patient should shake
out the excess water and allow the parts to air dry before
putting the inhaler back together.
caution: may cause nervousness and tremors in some patients. It can cause
an increase in heart rate and/or uneven heart beats. Albuterol may cause
dry mouth and throat and patients should rinse their mouth out after each
use to prevent mouth sores. Instruct patient/families that the inhaler should
be kept with them, at all times, in the event the patient needs to use the
inhaler for symptom treatment.
Adenosine (in-house)
Give this one a try later!
, (adenocard) an antiarrhythmic administered to convert supraventricular
tachycardia (SVT)
=>dose: rapid IV push in an AC IV with an immediate flush of
saline until the patient's heart rate converts or until a maximum
of 3 doses has been reached. 1st dose- 6mg RAPID IV push
with immediate flush. 2nd dose-if patient does not convert
with 1st dose, may increase dose to 12mg RAPID IV push with
immediate flush
caution: patient must be on a cardiac monitor prior to administration;
patient must have IV fluids infusing during administration; can cause
decreased blood pressure, so monitor vital signs; this medication may
cause chest pain and shortness of breath during administration. encourage
patient to take slow deep breaths; place patient on nasal cannula O2 to
help decrease shortness of breath during administration; always have
provider at bedside during administration
Clindamycin (in-house)
Give this one a try later!
(cleocin) an antibiotic administered to treat bacterial infections. A great
alternative for patients who are allergic to penicillins.
=>dose: 300-900mg IM or IVPB in 500mL or 1000mL NS IV bag
caution: watch for rashes and diarrhea associated with sensitivity to this
medication
Promethazine-Codeine
Give this one a try later!
, (phenergan with codeine) a controlled cough suppressant. Promethazine,
which is an antihistamine, combined with codeine, can be the difference
between a completely sleepless night, and a good night's rest.
Promethazine with codeine is prescribed to treat cold or allergy symptoms
such as a runny nose or sneezing, but is generally prescribed to treat a
difficult-to-control cough.
=>dose: supplied in a 6.25-10mg/5ml syrup
caution: promethazine with codeine can have sedative effects such as
drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Advise the patient and/or
family not to drive or drink alcohol while taking this medication. The
codeine within this medication might cause constipation in some patients.
Do NOT prescribe to patients under 6 years of age. Promethazine with
codeine should not be prescribed for patients with lung disease such as
asthma or COPD. An overdose of this medicine can cause severe
drowsiness, and decreased breathing.
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
Give this one a try later!
(septra, bactrim) a sulfa antibiotic prescribed to treat different types of
bacterial infections such as bronchitis, ear infections, and urinary tract
infections. Since it inhibits bacterial growth, sulfamethoxazole is considered
a bacteriostatic antibiotic. Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole are
commonly prescribed in combination due to possible synergistic effects,
and reduced development of resistance.
=>dose: supplied in 800-160mg tablets; take tablet as prescribed
with food to prevent nausea or vomiting
caution: do not prescribe to patients who have an allergy to sulfa drugs.
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim is contraindicated in patients with liver and
kidney disease, as well as chronic anemia. Septra or Bactrim should NOT be
administered for women who are pregnant. May cause photosensitivity,
avoid extended amount of time in the sunlight.
Nitrostat (in-house)
