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    The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, and pharmacokinetics of the drug Prednisone, a corticosteroid prescribed to the patient for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Nursing implications for Prednisone include monitoring for potential side effects such as depression, hypertension, and adrenal suppression, as well as assessing the patient for signs of infection or worsening symptoms. The nursing process for Prednisone involves pre-administration assessment of signs of adrenal insufficiency and monitoring the patient for edema, weight gain, or respiratory issues during treatment.

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    The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, and pharmacokinetics of the drug Prednisone, a corticosteroid prescribed to the patient for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Nursing implications for Prednisone include monitoring for potential side effects such as depression, hypertension, and adrenal suppression, as well as assessing the patient for signs of infection or worsening symptoms. The nursing process for Prednisone involves pre-administration assessment of signs of adrenal insufficiency and monitoring the patient for edema, weight gain, or respiratory issues during treatment.

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    The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, and pharmacokinetics of the drug Prednisone, a corticosteroid prescribed to the patient for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Nursing implications for Prednisone include monitoring for potential side effects such as depression, hypertension, and adrenal suppression, as well as assessing the patient for signs of infection or worsening symptoms. The nursing process for Prednisone involves pre-administration assessment of signs of adrenal insufficiency and monitoring the patient for edema, weight gain, or respiratory issues during treatment.

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    Adrianne Bazo

    October 21, 2008

    Clinical Medications Worksheet


    Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency
    Prednisone Predacot corticosteroids 10 mg PO Q day
    Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range
    unknown 1 hr 1.25-1.5 days 5-60mg/day single dose or divided doses.
    Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or
    RH solutions
    N/A
    Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
    (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
    Supress inflammation and the normal immune Chronic treatment (will lead to adrenal suppression; use lowest
    response. Used systemically and locally in a wide possible dose for shortest period of time)
    variety of chronic diseases including: Common side effects
    Inflammatory, Allerfic, Hematologic, Neoplastic, Depression, euphoria, hypertension, anorexia, nausea, acne,
    decreased wound healing, ecchymoses, fragility, hirsutism,
    and Autoimmune disorders.
    petechiae, adrenal suppression, muscle wasting, osteoporosis,
    cushingoid appearance (moon face, buffalo hump)
    Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or Lab value alterations caused by medicine
    herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) Monitor serum electrolytes and glucose. May cause
    None known for this patient hyperglycemia, especially in persons with diabetes.. Patients on
    prolonged therapy should routinely have hematologic values,
    serum electrolytes, and serum and urine glucose evaluated.
    May ↓ WBCs. May ↓ serum potassium and calcium and ↑
    serum sodium concentrations
    Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
    medication
    Cause immunosuppression and may mask symptoms of infection.
    Instruct patient to avoid people with known contagious illnesses and
    to report possible infections immediately, caution patient to avoid
    vaccinations without first consulting health care professional, review
    side effects with patient. Instruct patient to inform health care
    professional promptly if severe abdominal pain. Patient should also
    report unusual swelling, weight gain, tiredness, bone pain, bruising,
    non-healing sores, visual disturbances, or behavior changes.
    Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
    (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
    Assess patient for signs of adrenal med? Decrease in RA symptoms
    Monitor intake and output ratios and daily weights.
    insufficiency (hypotension, weight Observe patient for peripheral edema, steady
    with minimal systemic side
    loss, weakness, nausea, vomiting, weight gain, rales/crackles, or dyspnea. Notify effects.
    anorexia, lethargy, confusion, physician or other health care professional if these
    occur
    restlessness) before and periodically Cerebral Edema: Assess patient for changes in level
    during therapy. of consciousness and headache during therapy
    Do not hold dose, these drugs must be gradually
    decreased.

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