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Grapefruit juice & St. John's wort may reduce the effectiveness of...
aprepitant (Emend)

Take the drug 1 hr. before chemo & every morning for the next 2 days to prevent nausea and vomiting (has multiple GI side effects )
Associate H. pylori growth with
An acidic environment, peptic ulcer disease

A proton pump inhibitor such as Prilosec is prescribed along with a macrolide antibiotic [clarithromycin (Blaxin XL)] and a broad spectrum antibiotic [metronizadole (Flagyl)]

No ibuprofen
When administering promethazine (Phenergan)...
The normal dosage is 12.5-25 mg intravenous push (IVP)

Monitor for respiratory depression

Instruct client to request assistance before ambulating
omeprazole (Prilosec) may cause
An increase in liver enzyme levels such as AST, ALT, and bilirubin
To prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting
administer Scopolamine transdermal (Transderm-Scop)

*sustained released patch that has a peak of 20-60 minutes with a duration of 2-7 days
Phenergan IV onset/duration
5 min onset with a duration of 2-8 hours. Is prescribed every 3-6 hrs
IV metoclopramide onset/duration
onset of 1-4 minutes with a duration of 1-3 hours
Ondansetron onset/duration
onset of 1-1.5 hours and is prescribed q8 hours
For a client with a PCN allergy scheduled for a percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC) using an iodinated dye, administer
Corticosteroids such as hydrocortisone to prevent an allergic reaction

*A client with a penicillin allergy is at risk for an allergic response to iodine
For a stomach lesion resembling an open crater (in a Pt with peptic ulcer disease (PUD)...
Sucralfate (Carafate)

*protects the ulcer surface from the acid that is produced, which promotes healing of the ulcer
For optimal effect, antacids should
be chewed well, ingested, and followed by ingestion of 4 ounces of water
Reglan is an appropriate drug for clients with
glaucoma

*associate Reglan with "regular" pressure in the inner eye
Celebrex, a NSAID, is
contraindicated in peptic ulcer disease
Nystatin (Mycostatin) is
an antifungal suspension used to treat fungal stomatitis
For achalasia (decreased ability of the esophagus to move food toward the stomach)
Botulinum toxin type A (Botox) is injected directly into the esophagus and acts to denervate cholinergic nerves, resulting in a more regular contraction pattern or rhythm
Herbal remedy for peptic ulcer disease (PUD)
Slippery elm
For a Pt with chronic pancreatitis
pancrelipase (Lipancreatin)
pancrelipase (Lipancreatin) aids in
the digestion of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins via enzyme replacement

*hydrolysis of fats 12 times greater than normally secreted enzymes, and 4 times greater than normally secreted enzymes for metabolism of starches, and proteins
Symptoms which may suggest pathological diarrhea after taking loperamide (Imodium) for 24 hours
Fever, abdominal pain, and dehydration

The health care provider should be contacted for further evaluation
Because of the salicylate content, the drug could result in Reye's syndrome in a child less than 3-years-old
bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol)
Preferred drug for the client with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (a motility disturbance)
Methylcellulose (Citrucel)

bulk-forming cellulose that absorbs intestinal fluids resulting in a more regular, rhythmic peristalic contraction pattern, which results in prevention of constipation and reduction or elimination of diarrhea
Associate Citrucel with
regulation of the GI tract, preventing either constipation or diarrhea
misoprostol (Cytotec) is ranked Pregnancy Category:
X

May cause an abortion. Misoprostol should be discontinued. While the client is using misoprostol, the couple should be especially diligent in using pregnancy prevention techniques
Frequent use of bisacodyl, a stimulant laxative, may cause
diarrhea that would result in fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Sodium is likely to be lost via diarrhea
Associate bisacodyl with
diarrhea

*associate diarrhea with hyponatremia
For pain associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Amitriptyline (Elavil)

*a tricyclic antidepressant, believed to increase plasma levels of opoid analgesia and enhance natural analgesia
This medication may increase sensitivity to high temperatures, which could lead to dizziness
dicyclomine hydrochloride (Bentyl)

*antispasmodic drug - S/E: hot, flushed, dry skin, hyperthermia, and intolerance to high temperatures, manifested by dizziness. If exposed to high temperatures, the client should drink a large amount of nonalcoholic fluids
Does not require swallowing of the solid tablets because a dissolving form is available
lansoprazole (Prevacid)
Consider Tetracycline (for Helicobacter pylori infection)
an adversary to the fetus - will cause permanent staining of the teeth in a child < 8 years
Side effect of bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol)
transient darkening of the stool
Take Dramamine
30 minutes before departure and 30 minutes before meals

*drug peaks at 30-60 minutes
the primary clinical manifestations of GERD include
pyrosis related to entering of gastric contents into the esophagus

Give omeprazole (Prilosec) to decrease stomach acid
These symptoms indicate a possible intestinal obstruction
A Pt who is bloated and has not had a stool for 7 days

***the client needs to be examined rather than utilizing self treatment
1-10 days after ingesting ampicillin, clindamycin, or cephalosporin (the penicillin group)...
Pseudomembranous colitis caused by Clostridium difficile may occur

*Diagnosis is established by sigmoidoscopy and C. difficile assay
How does diphenoxylate (Lomotil) help stop diarrhea?
It slows down the motility of the intestine thereby increasing fluid absorption
The optimal type of laxative for a client with chronic constipation
Psyllium (Metamucil)

*less addictive
Instructions about self-administration of omeprazole (Prilosec)
Delayed peak, adversary to the bladder, and drowsiness

Report blood in urine

During initial therapy, avoid activities such as driving

It may take 5 days to reach initial effectiveness