A Deficient fluid volume and imbalanced nutrition Less than body requirements

A deficient fluid volume and imbalanced nutrition

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A. Deficient fluid volume and imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements, related to diarrhea B. Chronic pain related to GI, CNS effects of drug C. Monitor renal function test values D. Perform culture and sensitivity tests at the site of infection
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Answer a. Deficient fluid volume and imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements, related to diarrhea Rationale: Nursing diagnoses related to drug therapy might include: Acute Pain related to GI, CNS effects of drug; Risk for infection related to repeated injections; Deficient fluid volume and imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements, related to diarrhea; Deficient knowledge regarding drug therapy
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Fluoroquinolones • Relatively new class of antibiotics with a broad spectrum of activity • Indications: Treating infections caused by susceptible strains of gram-negative bacteria. Includes: urinary track, respiratory track, and skin infections • Actions: Interferes with DNA replication in susceptible gram-negative bacteria, preventing cell reproduction • Pharmacokinetics: – Absorbed in GI tract – Metabolized in the liver – Excreted in urine and feces
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Fluoroquinolones (cont.) • Contraindications – Known allergy, pregnancy, or lactating women • Adverse Effects – Headache, dizziness, GI upset • Drug-to-Drug Interactions – Antacids, quinidine, theophylline
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Nursing Considerations for Patients Receiving Fluoroquinolones • Assessment: History and Examination • Nursing Diagnoses • Implementation With Rationale • Evaluation
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Prototype Summary: Ciprofloxacin
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Question What is a contraindication to receiving a fluoroquinolones? A. Over 65 years B. Weight under 100 pounds C. Fluoroquinolones are contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any fluoroquinolone. D. History of cancer
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Answer c. Fluoroquinolones are contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any fluoroquinolone. Rationale: Fluoroquinolones are contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any fluoroquinolone and in pregnant or lactating patients because potential effects on the fetus and infant are not known.
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Penicillins and Penicillinase - Resistant Antibiotics • Therapeutic Actions and Indications • Pharmacokinetics • Contraindications and Cautions • Adverse Effects • Clinically Important Drug – Drug Interactions
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Nursing Considerations for Patients Receiving Penicillins and Penicillinase- Resistant Antibiotics • Assessment: History and Examination • Nursing Diagnoses • Implementation With Rationale • Evaluation
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Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Prototype Summary: Amoxicillin
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