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Respiratory Drugs

Exam #2 Respiratory/Drugs Ch. 5&6

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(Cetirizine) is a 2nd generation drug. What is the Class name for this drug? Antihistamines
What is the MOA of Cetirizine? Block histamine at H1 receptors Inhibit smooth muscle constriction in blood vessels and respiratory & GI tracts Decrease capillary permeability, salvation, and tear formation
What are some precautions with using Cetirizine? Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to cetirizine Contraindicated in children under 6 with renal or hepatic impairment
What are the indications of Cetirizine? Used for allergy relief/ cold symptoms
What are some interactions that can effect the effectiveness of Cetirizine? CNS depressants, consuming alcohol, opioid analgesics or sedatives, the effects can severely increase
What are some common side effects of Cetirizine? Dry Mouth Urinary Retention Constipation Blurred Vision Excess of dosage can cause CNS depression/stimulation in children
What are some adverse effects of Cetirizine? Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis Dry Mouth Dizziness Drowsiness Fatigue
What are the actions a nurse must take with patients taking Cetirizine? Use with caution with clients who have hepatic/renal impairment Avoid other CNS depressants Monitor allergy symptoms Use cautiously with the elderly
What are the assessments that a nurse must take? Assess any allergy symptom Assess lung sounds and character of bronchial secretions Maintains clients fluid intake
What would you teach the patient about taking Cetirizine? Follow recommended dose Avoid any activities regarding alertness Avoid consuming alcohol & CNS depressants Notify HCP if irregular heartbeat occurs
Diphenhydramine is a 1st generation drug. What is the class name for this drug? Antihistamines
What is the MOA of Diphenhydramine? Antagonizes the effects of histamine at H1-receptor sites Does not bind to or inactivate histamine.
What are some precautions with using Diphenhydramine ? Contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity Acute attacks of asthma Known alcohol intolerance
What are some interactions that can effect the effectiveness of Diphenhydramine? MAO inhibitors may intensify and prolong effects Increase of CNS depression may occur with other CNS depressants including alcohol, antidepressants, opioid analgesics and sedative/hypnotics
What are the indications of Diphenhydramine? Relief of allergic symptoms caused by histamine release
What are some common side effects of Diphenhydramine? Headache Nausea Vomiting Dysmenorrhea Fatigue GI upset
What are some adverse effects of Diphenhydramine? Paradoxical excitation Drowsiness Confusion Weight gain Dry mouth Blurred vision Photosensitivity Rash
What are the actions a nurse must take with patients taking Diphenhydramine?
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