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main Part of topics • Hello ! Remember
3250 Exam 2 Concepts > WE GOT THIS GUYS <3 J
Medications to know:
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Famciclovir: Antiviral drug *treat but does not cure* helps treat
HSV1&2, Zoster
Methotrexate: Chemo drug, suppresses immune system,
psoriasis
Topical Retinoid: Helps treat acne by drying out skin
Beta adrenergic agonists – inhaler- indications
• Smooth muscle relaxers
• Rescue meds
Corticosteroid inhaler- indications/side effects
• Monitor pt’s immune system and watch for changes in
skin.
• Maintenance med
• Candidiasis
• Bruising
Attenuated nasal influenza vaccine -indications
• Age
• Older & younger adults at higher risk
Nursing intervention for drug allergies/eruptions/antibiotics
course
• Notify pcp of allergy.
• Eruption of antibiotic still ask pcp and they will suggest
continue med.
Nursing interventions for HSV2
• Sitz Bath
• Cold Compress
• Peri Bottle
, • Teach for medical compliance, finish course for
medications.
Atopic Dermatitis Interventions
• Allergic reaction, genetic element
• Moisturize!!!! Don’t scratch.
• Advise pt to wear cotton clothing to help prevent trapped
moisture and heat.
• Cool non drying therapies.
Psoriasis assessment findings/Nursing care
• Can be caused by stress, it is not contagious.
• Teach pt to expect flakes of skin everywhere and that they
will have times of exacerbation/remission.
• Remember psoriasis is autoimmune, also keep moisture in
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skin.
Contact Dermatitis Care interventions
• Eliminate the offending agents
• Have a skin allergy exam done
Preventing inhalation of occupational hazards
• PPE
• By the time pt comes into clinic with symptoms the disease
has already progressed.
Transmission-Based Precautions
• Types: Airborne > Negative pressure room *keep door
closed*TB, measles.
• Contact > Gown, gloves and separate room.
• Droplet > Flu, pneumonia, whooping cough pertusis.
• Continue teaching outside hospital. Tell pt to perform hand
hygiene often, isolate person who is sick.
• SHINGLES, chicken pox is airborne. Isolation precaution.
Separate room & bed until pt is symptom free.
Laryngitis interventions/care
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main Part of topics • Hello ! Remember
3250 Exam 2 Concepts > WE GOT THIS GUYS <3 J
Medications to know:
÷
Famciclovir: Antiviral drug *treat but does not cure* helps treat
HSV1&2, Zoster
Methotrexate: Chemo drug, suppresses immune system,
psoriasis
Topical Retinoid: Helps treat acne by drying out skin
Beta adrenergic agonists – inhaler- indications
• Smooth muscle relaxers
• Rescue meds
Corticosteroid inhaler- indications/side effects
• Monitor pt’s immune system and watch for changes in
skin.
• Maintenance med
• Candidiasis
• Bruising
Attenuated nasal influenza vaccine -indications
• Age
• Older & younger adults at higher risk
Nursing intervention for drug allergies/eruptions/antibiotics
course
• Notify pcp of allergy.
• Eruption of antibiotic still ask pcp and they will suggest
continue med.
Nursing interventions for HSV2
• Sitz Bath
• Cold Compress
• Peri Bottle
, • Teach for medical compliance, finish course for
medications.
Atopic Dermatitis Interventions
• Allergic reaction, genetic element
• Moisturize!!!! Don’t scratch.
• Advise pt to wear cotton clothing to help prevent trapped
moisture and heat.
• Cool non drying therapies.
Psoriasis assessment findings/Nursing care
• Can be caused by stress, it is not contagious.
• Teach pt to expect flakes of skin everywhere and that they
will have times of exacerbation/remission.
• Remember psoriasis is autoimmune, also keep moisture in
-
skin.
Contact Dermatitis Care interventions
• Eliminate the offending agents
• Have a skin allergy exam done
Preventing inhalation of occupational hazards
• PPE
• By the time pt comes into clinic with symptoms the disease
has already progressed.
Transmission-Based Precautions
• Types: Airborne > Negative pressure room *keep door
closed*TB, measles.
• Contact > Gown, gloves and separate room.
• Droplet > Flu, pneumonia, whooping cough pertusis.
• Continue teaching outside hospital. Tell pt to perform hand
hygiene often, isolate person who is sick.
• SHINGLES, chicken pox is airborne. Isolation precaution.
Separate room & bed until pt is symptom free.
Laryngitis interventions/care
