CG nursing indications meds.txt

fever, pain, inflammatory conditions, prophalyxis for stroke/TIA/MI

nausea, GI upset, heartburn, easy bruising, gum bleeding

bleeding disorders, give w/food to prevent GI upset, give with full drink of water, do not crush, tell to report tinnitus/dizzines/confusio/abd pain

constipation

Abdominal bloating, cramping, flatulence, nausea

Assess for abd pain/distension, presence of bowel sounds, usual bowel pattern. Hold if pt has diarheea or obstruction. Evlaution--formation of soft BM

Mild to moderate HTN, angina, III heart failure

dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadiness, blurred vision, nausea, loss of appetite, nightmares, depression, sexual impotence

Assess for bradycardia, heart block, cardiogenic shock, systolic <100, DM, asthma/COPD. Don't d/c rapidly. Ensure pt swallows SR tabs--do not crush or crew.

Treatment of major depressive disorder, OCD, panic disorder, PTST, PMDD, social anxiety disorder

dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, insomnia, n/v, dry m outh, esxcessive sweating

Use lower dose in elderly pts and those w/rhepatic/renal impairment, take at same time each day

multivitamin

Constipation, diarrhea, or upset stomach

Contains folic acid

OA

no common s/e--report all allergic rxns

Do not OD

stool softener, tx constipation and relieve pain

Bitter taste; bloating; cramping; diarrhea; gas; irritation around the rectum; throat irritation

Do not take w/intestinal blockage, if on low-salt diet, recent change in bowel habits

anxiety

drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, weakness, dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, changes in appetite, restlessness or excitement, constipation, difficulty urinating, blurred vision, changes in sex drive or ability

Can be habit forming; do not OD; don't stop suddenly

HBP, heart failure, improve survival after MI

cough, dizziness, headache, excessive tiredness, nausea, diarrhea, weakness, sneezing, runny nose, decrease in sexual ability, rash

Do not take if have DM, tell before any surgeries,