Reference no: EM133658771
Assignment:
Ampicilin-sulbactam 3g, IV, Q12H
Heparin 5,000 units, SUBQ, Q12H
Metoprolol 50mg, PO, daily
Acetaminophen 1000 mg, PO, TID
Oxycodone 10-15 mg, PO, Q4H PRN
Dilaudid 0.2-0.4 mg, IV, Q2H PRN
Please respond to EACH of these questions for EACH of the medications.
1. Medication name (Generic)
2. What is the class of the medication?
3. Why is this medication appropriate for this client?
4. What is the safe dose range?
5. Acceptable routes and rates (if applicable)
- The expectation is that you will respond to this question based on what is happening with your client, and tailor your medication sheet to that administration route.
6. Any critical assessment data (physical, labs, other medications, procedurally, interactions) you need to evaluate prior to giving this medication?
7. How will you evaluate the effectiveness of the medication?
8. How will you educate the client BEFORE administering this medication?