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DRUG-STUDY (Calcium)

This document summarizes the drug Caltrate, which contains calcium carbonate and cholecalciferol. It is used to treat and prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium is essential for many bodily functions and is absorbed in the small intestine. Caltrate works by providing an additional source of calcium. Common side effects include nausea, loss of appetite, and unusual weight loss. Nursing responsibilities before, during, and after administration include assessing the patient's history and lab results, educating on proper usage and side effects, monitoring the patient, and following up to evaluate treatment effectiveness.

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DRUG-STUDY (Calcium)

This document summarizes the drug Caltrate, which contains calcium carbonate and cholecalciferol. It is used to treat and prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium is essential for many bodily functions and is absorbed in the small intestine. Caltrate works by providing an additional source of calcium. Common side effects include nausea, loss of appetite, and unusual weight loss. Nursing responsibilities before, during, and after administration include assessing the patient's history and lab results, educating on proper usage and side effects, monitoring the patient, and following up to evaluate treatment effectiveness.

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CEBU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY –

UNIVERSITY
COLLEGEOF NURSING

DRUG STUDY

Name of Student: GROUP 2 Level II Section: N01 Rating:


Supervising Clinical Instructor: Ms. Linel D. Vallespin Name of Hospital: Saint Anthony Mother and Child Hospital
Area of Assignment: OB Ward Inclusive Dates of RLE: May 1-6, 2023

Name of Drug Classification Mechanism of Indications and Side Effects Nursing Responsibilities
Action Contraindications (Before, During and After Responsibilities)
Generic
Name: Clacium works by providing the Indications: Side effects: Before:
600+Vit D3 Therapeutic class: body with an additional
source of calcium. used to prevent or treat * nausea/vomitting  Assess the patient's medical history,
* calcium-containing Calcium is essential for low blood calcium level * loss of appetite including any allergies, previous
Trade/Brand preparations; various bodily functions, s in people who do not * unusual weight loss calcium or vitamin D supplementation,
Name: Caltrate minerals and including muscle get * lack of energy and current medications
electrolytes contraction, nerve enough calcium from  .Check the patient's serum calcium and
function, and blood their diets. It may be Adverse effects: vitamin D levels, as well as any
Contents:Calci clotting. When the body used to treat conditions * increased thirst or laboratory test results.
um Carbonate does not have enough caused by urination  Explain to the patient the importance of
and Pharmaceutical: calcium, it may draw low calcium levels such * muscle pain taking the medication as prescribed,
cholecalciferol calcium from bones, as bone loss , weak * headache including the dosage, frequency, and
*mineral supplement which can result in bone bones, decreased * pounding heartbeat duration of treatment.
Patient’s Dose: 19- * fat-soluble vitamin loss and increase the risk activity of the  Inform the patient of possible side
50 years: 1000 of fractures. parathyroid gland. It effects, such as constipation, stomach
mg/600 IU daily or may also be used in upset, and hypercalcemia.
1-2 tabs Pharmacokinetics certain patients to
Absorption: The make sure they are During:
Minimum Dose: percentage of calcium getting enough calcium
1,000mg absorbed varies inversely including women who  Administer the medication orally with or
with intake. Tmax of are pregnant. without food, as prescribed.
about 3.5-5h varying  Monitor the patient's vital signs and
Maximum with formulation Contraindications: observe for any adverse reactions.
Dose:  Encourage the patient to maintain
2,500 mg Distribution: N/A increased activity of the adequate hydration to prevent
parathyroid gland, high constipation and kidney stones.
amount of calcium in
the blood, dehydration,  Instruct the patient to report any
constipation, kidney adverse effects to the healthcare
provider immediately.
stones, and high
amount of phosphate in
the blood
After:
 Reassess the patient's serum calcium
and vitamin D levels, as well as any
laboratory test results.
 Evaluate the patient for signs of
therapeutic effectiveness, such as
improvement in bone density or
resolution of symptoms associated
with calcium and vitamin D deficiency.
 Provide the patient with education
regarding lifestyle modifications to
prevent further calcium and vitamin D
deficiency, such as adequate sun
exposure and a balanced diet rich in
calcium and vitamin D.
 Schedule a follow-up appointment with
the healthcare provider to monitor the
patient's response to treatment and
adjust the treatment plan as needed.

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