NUR114 + NUR112 Pharmacology

NUR[112] & NUR[114]
Pharmacology

Section 2

, NUR[112]
Pharmacology

Rachael Shelton

, NUR[112] Exam[1] Medications
Antidiabetics/Biguanides
→ Metformin

Indications → Type 2 Diabetes
MOA → ⬇glucose production in liver, ⬇intestinal
absorption of glucose, ⬆insulin sensitivity

Side Effects → GI upset, abdominal bloating, nausea,
cramping, metallic taste, lactic acidosis

Nursing Considerations → Hold metformin prior to
procedures requiring contrast dye and for 48 hrs
after the procedure. Monitor for signs of lactic
acidosis (diarrhea, dizziness, hypotension,
bradycardia, muscle pain, weakness)

Patient Education → Take with a meal; Do not
consume alcohol
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, NUR[112] Exam[1] Medications
Antidiabetics/Sulfonylureas
→ Glipizide

Indications → Type 2 diabetes
MOA → ⬆insulin release from pancreas


Side Effects → Hypoglycemia, photosensitivity, GI
upset, rash, weight gain

Nursing Considerations → Contraindications; Known
sulfa allergy.

Patient Education → Take 30 minutes before a meal.
Do not consume alcohol. Wear sunscreen




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