NUR 326 Test 4

NUR 326 Test 4
1. Penicillin therapeutic effects
Answer
Adverse effects
Precautions Interventions
Contradictions
-broad spectrum infections of the ears, throat, UTI. Also treats gonorrhea
-nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, may cause c.diff
-may need to be reduced if there is a renal impairment
-do not crush or chew
-reduces effects of oral contraceptives
2. Impenium Therapeutic effects
Answer
Adverse effects
Precautions Interventions
Contradictions
-treats serious infections
-nausea, vomiting, thrombophlebitis
-renal failure and seizures
-monitor for nausea and IV swelling
-allergy to antibiotics, penicillin, or milk protein
3. Vancomycin Therapeutic effects
Answer
Adverse effects
PrecautionsInterventions
Contradictions
-treatsseriousinfections, MRSA, c.diff diarrhea, penicillin allergies
-renal failure, hypotension, tachycardia, facial flushing
-renal insufficiency, hearing problems
-monitor BUN, CR, and vitals
-incompatible with other IV meds
4. Tetracycline Therapeutic effects
Answer
Adverse effects