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Brought to you by NURSING.com, based on their #1 Online Nursing Pharmacology Course . . . Visit nursing.com/50meds to get our list of the 50 most prescribed medications.
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The 140 MUST KNOW medications for nurses and nursing students. Each episode will discuss a commonly used medication in hospitals and ICUs that we as nurses will use each day. The #1 medication and pharmacology podcast. This is the perfect podcast for nursing students preparing for the NCLEX or practicing nurses preparing for the CCRN or other exams who want to increase their knowledge of pharmacology and pathopharm. The podcast for nurses and nursing students! Are you ready to sky rocket your nursing career to the next level? We cover test preparation (NCLEX CCRN etc), work life balance, pharmacology, theory, and more. Nursing is hard . . . learning it doesn’t have to be! Jon Haws RN, the host has worked as a critical care registered nurse in a Level I Trauma hospital in Dallas, TX. Jon is the creator of NURSING.com. Visit the site and check out the books on Amazon.com We discuss current trends in the ICU, anatomy, physiology, nursing care, and much more. For full disclaimer information visit: nursing.com/about. NCLEX®, NCLEX-RN® are registered trademarks of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, INC

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Amoxicillin (Amoxil) Nursing Considerations May 09, 2022

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amoxicillin

Trade Name

Moxatag

Indication

skin infections, respiratory infections, sinusitis, endocarditis prophylaxis, lyme disease

Action

Inhibits synthesis of bacterial cell wall leading to cell death.

Therapeutic Class

anti-infectives, antiulcer agent

Pharmacologic Class

aminopenicillins

Nursing Considerations

• contraindicated with penicillin allergy • may cause seizures • assess for rash, anaphylaxis • excreted by kidneys – monitor renal labs • monitor patient for diarrhea – bloody stool should be reported immediately

Amlodipine (Norvasc) Nursing Considerations May 06, 2022

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Amlodipine

Trade Name

Norvasc

Indication

Hypertension, angina

Action

Blocks transport of calcium into muscle cells inhibiting excitation and contraction

Therapeutic Class

Antihypertensive

Pharmacologic Class

Ca channel blocker

Nursing Considerations

• May cause gingival hyperplasia • Grapefruit juice may increase drug level • Monitor blood pressure and pulse prior to and during therapy • Monitor intake and output • Assess for signs of CHF • Assess characteristics of angina • Instruct patient of interventions for hypertension and how to take blood pressure

Amiodarone (Pacerone) Nursing Considerations May 04, 2022

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Amiodarone

Trade Name

Cordarone

Indication

a-fib, ventricular arrhythmias, SVT, ACLS protocol for v-fib and v-tach

Action

Prolongs phase 3 of the action potential, makes the heart more tolerant to arrhythmias, inhibits adrenergic stimulation, slows rate, decreases peripheral vascular resistance causing vasodilation

Therapeutic Class

Antiarrhythmic class III, potassium channel blocker

Pharmacologic Class

None

Nursing Considerations

• May lead to ARDS, pulmonary toxicity, CHF, bradycardia, hypotension • Increases risk for QT prolongation • Increases digoxin levels • Increases activity of warfarin • Monitor EKG continuously while on therapy • Assess for signs and symptoms of ARDS • Monitor liver function test • Check dosage with another RN • Teach pt to monitor pulse daily and report abnormalities • Avoid drinking grapefruit juice

Alprazolam (Xanax) Nursing Considerations May 02, 2022

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Alprazolam

Trade Name

Xanax

Indication

Anxiety, panic disorder, manage symptoms of PMS, insomnia, mania, psychosis

Action

Works in CNS to produce anxiolytic effect causing CNS depression.

Therapeutic Class

Antianxiety agent

Pharmacologic Class

Benzodiazepine

Nursing Considerations

• Use caution with existing CNS depression, sleep apnea, renal dysfunction, hepatic dysfunction. • May cause CNS depression, drowsiness, lethargy • May lead to physical dependence, may experience tolerance effect • Assess anxiety and mental status • Romazicon (flumazenil) is the antidote for overdose • Grapefruit juice may increase blood levels

Alendronate (Fosamax) Nursing Considerations Apr 29, 2022

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Alendronate

Trade Name

Fosamax

Indication

Osteoporosis (aging, menopause, corticosteroid induced)

Action

Inhibits osteoclast activity leading to inhibition of resorption of bone

Therapeutic Class

Bone resorption inhibitor

Pharmacologic Class

Bisphosphonates

Nursing Considerations

• Take first thing in the morning with full glass of water 30 min prior to eating • Assess serum calcium and vitamin D • May lead to muscle pain

Albuterol (Ventolin) Nursing Considerations Apr 27, 2022

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Albuterol

Trade Name

Proventil

Indication

Bronchodilator used to prevent airway obstruction in asthma and COPD

Action

Binds to Beta2 adrenergic receptors in the airway leading to relaxation of the smooth muscles in the airways

Therapeutic Class

Bronchodilator

Pharmacologic Class

Adrenergic

Nursing Considerations

• May decrease the effectiveness of Beta Blockers • Use caution with ○ Heart disease ○ Diabetes ○ Glaucoma ○ Seizure disorder • Overuse of inhalers can lead to bronchospasm • Monitor for chest pain and palpitations • Can decrease digoxin levels

Acting (Regular) Nursing Considerations Apr 25, 2022

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Insulin Regular

Trade Name

Humulin R/Novolin R

Indication

hyperglycemia with diabetes type 1 and 2, diabetic ketoacidosis

Action

stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells, inhibits production of glucose in the liver, prevents breakdown of fat and protein

Route Onset Peak Duration Subcutaneous 30-45 min 1-5 4.5-6h Therapeutic Class

antidiabetics, hormones

Pharmacologic Class

pancreatics

Nursing Considerations

• assess for symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia • monitor body weight over time • may cause decreased inorganic phosphates, potassium, and magnesium • monitor blood sugars every 6 hours, monitor A1C every 3-6 months

Insulin – Intermediate Acting (NPH) Nursing Considerations Apr 22, 2022

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Insulin NPH

Trade Name

Humulin N, Novolin N

Indication

hyperglycemia with diabetes type 1 and 2, diabetic ketoacidosis

Action

stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells, inhibits production of glucose in the liver, prevents breakdown of fat and protein

Route Onset Peak Duration Subcutaneous 1-2 hr 4-12hr 18-24hr Therapeutic Class

antidiabetics, hormones

Pharmacologic Class

pancreatics

Nursing Considerations

• assess for symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia • monitor body weight over time • may cause decreased inorganic phosphates, potassium, and magnesium • monitor blood sugars every 6 hours, monitor A1C every 3-6 months

Acting (Lantus) Nursing Considerations Apr 20, 2022

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Insulin detemir, Insulin glargine

Trade Name

Levemir, Lantus

Indication

hyperglycemia with diabetes type 1 and 2, diabetic ketoacidosis

Action

stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells, inhibits production of glucose in the liver, prevents breakdown of fat and protein

Route Onset Peak Duration Detemir 3-4 hr 3-14 hr 24 hr Glargine 3-4 hr none 24 hr Therapeutic Class

antidiabetics, hormones

Pharmacologic Class

pancreatics

Nursing Considerations

• assess for symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia • monitor body weight over time • may cause decreased inorganic phosphates, potassium, and magnesium • monitor blood sugars every 6 hours, monitor A1C every 3-6 months

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