The document summarizes a drug study for a 63-year-old patient admitted to the ICU with acute kidney injury. It provides details on the indication, pharmacodynamics, dosage, side effects and nursing responsibilities for Tramadol and Pantoprazole, two medications prescribed to the patient. Nurses are responsible for verifying the correct medication and dosage, administering it properly, monitoring for side effects, assessing for drug interactions, and educating the patient. Patients should be instructed to take the medications as prescribed and informed about common side effects and importance of following the treatment plan.
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Drug Study
The document summarizes a drug study for a 63-year-old patient admitted to the ICU with acute kidney injury. It provides details on the indication, pharmacodynamics, dosage, side effects and nursing responsibilities for Tramadol and Pantoprazole, two medications prescribed to the patient. Nurses are responsible for verifying the correct medication and dosage, administering it properly, monitoring for side effects, assessing for drug interactions, and educating the patient. Patients should be instructed to take the medications as prescribed and informed about common side effects and importance of following the treatment plan.
Impression/Diagnosis: Acute Kidney Injury Attending Physician(s): Dr. Mathieu Kendrick C. Tiu Allergy to:
Indication / Pharmacodynamics of Nursing Responsibilities
Generic / Brand Name & Dosage, Timing & Duration Side Effects / Adverse Reaction / (Nursing Process Approach) Drug Patient Teaching (20%) Classification (5%) (5%) Contraindication (10%) (40%) (20%)
Side Effects: Verify the correct medica- Instruct patients to take
Generic Name: Drug form & Dosage Indications: tion, form, and dosage. tramadol as prescribed Ordered: Used to treat moderate to severe Common Side Effects: Nausea, dizziness, TRAMADOL and not to exceed the pain. constipation, and headache. Administer the medication recommended dosage. 50MG IVTT as prescribed, with atten- The extended-release form may Less Common Side Effects: Sedation, dry tion to proper dosing inter- Advise patients about Timing: be used for around-the-clock mouth, and sweating. vals. common side effects, Brand Name: pain management. including the potential Q8H Adverse Reactions: Monitor for signs of opi- for dizziness and ULTRAM Risk of opioid-related side effects, includ- oid-related side effects, in- drowsiness. Duration: Pharmacodynamics: ing respiratory depression, constipation, cluding respiratory depres- Tramadol works as an opioid and potential for dependence. sion. Educate patients about receptor agonist and also the risk of dependence inhibits the reuptake of Contraindications: Assess for potential drug and the importance of Classification Name: Other drugs forms: serotonin and norepinephrine, interactions and provide following the pre- Known hypersensitivity to tramadol or appropriate patient care. providing both opioid and non- scribed treatment plan. opioids. Oral solutions opioid analgesic effects. OPIOID ANALGESIC injectable forms Contraindicated in patients with a history of seizures, as tramadol may lower the seizure threshold.
MS. GEMA ARNIBAL, RN SANDRA C. LAPUERTA – BSN 4E
Printed Name and Signature Printed Name and Signature Clinical Instructor Student UNIVERSITY OF CEBU – BANILAD COLLEGE OF NURSING
Impression/Diagnosis: Acute Kidney Injury Attending Physician(s): Dr. Mathieu Kendrick Kyle C. Tiu Allergy to:
Indication / Pharmacodynamics of Nursing Responsibilities
Generic / Brand Name & Dosage, Timing & Duration Side Effects / Adverse Reaction / (Nursing Process Approach) Drug Patient Teaching (20%) Classification (5%) (5%) Contraindications (10%) (40%) (20%)
Side Effects: Verify the correct medication, Instruct patients to
Generic Name: Drug form & Dosage Indications: form, and dosage. take pantoprazole as Ordered: Used to treat conditions Common Side Effects: Headache, diar- prescribed and not PANTOPRAZOLE associated with excess stomach rhea, abdominal pain, and nausea. Administer the medication as 4MG IVTT to crush or chew the acid production, including prescribed, ensuring that IV tablets. gastroesophageal reflux disease Less Common Side Effects: Hypomag- administration is done prop- Timing: (GERD), peptic ulcers, and nesemia, osteoporosis-related fractures, erly. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. and vitamin B12 deficiency. Brand Name: Advise patients to OD Monitor for potential adverse Adverse Reactions: effects and provide appropri- report any unusual Can also be used to prevent symptoms, PROTONIX ate interventions. stress ulcers in critically ill especially signs of Duration: Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea patients. (CDAD), allergic reactions, and acute in- Assess for interactions with allergic reactions. terstitial nephritis (rare). other medications that may Pharmacodynamics: require dose adjustment. Inhibits the proton pump Contraindications: Classification Name: Other drugs forms: (H+/K+ ATPase) in the gastric parietal cells, reducing the Known hypersensitivity to pantoprazole also available in delayed- secretion of gastric acid. PROTON PUMP INHIBITOR release tablets, or other PPIs. extended-release granules and IV injection Use with caution in patients with severe liver disease or a history of CDAD.
MS. GEMA ARNIBAL, RN SANDRA C. LAPUERTA – BSN 4E
Printed Name and Signature Printed Name and Signature Clinical Instructor Student UNIVERSITY OF CEBU – BANILAD COLLEGE OF NURSING
Impression/Diagnosis: Acute Kidney Injury Attending Physician(s): Dr. Mathieu Kendrick Kyle C. Tiu Allergy to:
Indication / Pharmacodynamics of Nursing Responsibilities
Generic / Brand Name & Dosage, Timing & Duration Side Effects / Adverse Reaction / (Nursing Process Approach) Drug Patient Teaching (20%) Classification (5%) (5%) Contraindication (10%) (40%) (20%)
Side Effects: Verify the correct medi- Instruct patients to take
Generic Name: Drug form & Dosage Indications: cation, form, and dosage. metronidazole as pre- Ordered: Used to treat various bacterial Common Side Effects: Nausea, metallic METRONIDAZOLE scribed, with or without and parasitic infections, includ- taste, and dry mouth. 500MG IV Administer the medica- food, and to complete ing certain anaerobic bacterial Less Common Side Effects: Headache, tion as prescribed, with the full course. infections, trichomoniasis, and dizziness, and gastrointestinal upset. attention to the specific Timing: amebiasis. Brand Name: form (oral, topical, IV). Advise patients about Q8H Adverse Reactions: common side effects, in- Topical formulations may treat Monitor for potential side cluding the metallic skin and vaginal infections. Rarely, severe allergic reactions, neuropa- MetroGel effects and allergic reac- taste, and that these ef- Duration: thy, and secondary fungal or bacterial in- tions. fects are usually tempo- fections. rary. Pharmacodynamics: Assess for interactions Metronidazole disrupts the DNA Contraindications: with other medications, Emphasize the impor- Classification Name: Other drugs forms: of susceptible microorganisms, especially alcohol. tance of avoiding alcohol Known hypersensitivity to tramadol or leading to cell death. It has during treatment and for oral tablets, opioids. antimicrobial properties against several days after. ANTIBIOTIC capsules, anaerobic bacteria and protozoa. Contraindicated in patients with a history topical gel/cream, of seizures, as tramadol may lower the and IV injection seizure threshold.
MS. GEMA ARNIBAL, RN SANDRA C. LAPUERTA – BSN 4E
Printed Name and Signature Printed Name and Signature Clinical Instructor Student UNIVERSITY OF CEBU – BANILAD COLLEGE OF NURSING
Impression/Diagnosis: Acute Kidney Injury Attending Physician(s): Dr. Mathieu Kendrick Kyle C. Tiu Allergy to:
Indication / Pharmacodynamics of Nursing Responsibilities
Generic / Brand Name & Dosage, Timing & Duration Side Effects / Adverse Reaction / (Nursing Process Approach) Drug Patient Teaching (20%) Classification (5%) (5%) Contraindication (10%) (40%) (20%)
Side Effects: Verify the correct medi- Instruct patients to take
Generic Name: Drug form & Dosage Indications: cation, form, and dosage. paracetamol as pre- Ordered: Used to relieve pain and reduce Common Side Effects: Rare when taken PARACETAMOL scribed and to follow the fever. as directed, but potential side effects in- Administer the medica- recommended dose 5OOMG/ TAB clude nausea, vomiting, and liver damage tion as prescribed, with guidelines. Often used for headaches, mus- if taken in excessive doses. attention to the recom- Timing: cle aches, back pain, minor pain mended dose. Emphasize the impor- Brand Name: from arthritis, and as a fever re- Adverse Reactions: tance of not exceeding Q4H ducer for various conditions. Severe liver damage can occur with Monitor for potential side the recommended dose TYLENOL high doses or in cases of overdose. effects and provide ap- to prevent liver damage. Duration: propriate interventions, Pharmacodynamics: Contraindications: especially in cases of Educate patients about The exact mechanism of action overdose. the potential presence of is not fully understood. It is Known hypersensitivity to paraceta- paracetamol in various Classification Name: Other drugs forms: believed to work by reducing mol. over-the-counter medica- capsules, the production of prostaglandins tions and the need to be liquid suspension, in the brain that cause pain and Avoid excessive or prolonged use, es- aware of total paraceta- ANTIPYRETIC and suppositories pecially in individuals with liver dis- mol intake. fever. ease or a history of alcoholism.
MS. GEMA ARNIBAL, RN SANDRA C. LAPUERTA – BSN 4E
Printed Name and Signature Printed Name and Signature Clinical Instructor Student UNIVERSITY OF CEBU – BANILAD COLLEGE OF NURSING
Impression/Diagnosis: Acute Kidney Injury Attending Physician(s): Dr. Mathieu Kendrick Kyle C. Tiu Allergy to:
Indication / Pharmacodynamics of Nursing Responsibilities
Generic / Brand Name & Dosage, Timing & Duration Side Effects / Adverse Reaction / (Nursing Process Approach) Drug Patient Teaching (20%) Classification (5%) (5%) Contraindication (10%) (40%) (20%)
Side Effects: Verify the correct medi- Patients do not adminis-
Generic Name: Drug form & Dosage Indications: cation, form, and dosage. ter ceftriaxone them- Ordered: Used to treat a wide range of Common Side Effects: Nausea, diarrhea, CEFTRIAXONE selves, but they should bacterial infections, including and injection site pain. Administer the medica- be informed about the 2 GRAMS IV INFUSION respiratory tract infections, skin tion as prescribed, ensur- medication, its purpose, and soft tissue infections, Less Common Side Effects: Allergic re- actions, abdominal pain, and headache. ing proper reconstitution and potential side ef- Timing: urinary tract infections, and if required. fects. Brand Name: serious systemic infections. Q24H Adverse Reactions: ROCEPHIN Monitor for potential side Advise patients to report Effective against both gram- effects and provide ap- any unusual symptoms, Risk of serious allergic reactions, Duration: positive and gram-negative propriate interventions. especially signs of an al- Clostridium difficile-associated diar- bacteria. lergic reaction, such as rhea (CDAD), and changes in blood Pharmacodynamics: cell counts. Assess for signs of an al- hives, difficulty breath- Ceftriaxone interferes with lergic reaction or severe ing, or swelling. Classification Name: Other drugs forms: bacterial cell wall synthesis by Contraindications: diarrhea. binding to penicillin-binding Emphasize the impor- THIRD- GENERATION Intramuscular (IM) tance of completing the CEPHALOSPORIN proteins, leading to cell lysis Known hypersensitivity to ceftriaxone injection and death. or other cephalosporin antibiotics. full course of treatment ANTIBIOTIC as prescribed. Use with caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy.
MS. GEMA ARNIBAL, RN SANDRA C. LAPUERTA – BSN 4E
Printed Name and Signature Printed Name and Signature Clinical Instructor Student