ADN1 Medication Form
It is recommended that you use this form to learn the required medications for ADN I. You will be
tested on the medications from your medication list both in theory and in clinical.
Drug name
Trade/Generic
Usual Adult
Dose and
Route:
Classification: How the drug works
Interactions with food and drugs
Nursing implication for giving the drug: Time
of day, assessments, and lab follows
Ther. class: bronchodilators
It relaxes the airways smooth
muscle causing bronchodilation
which increase O2 consumption
after albuterol inhalation. Treats as
asthma or COPD by reducing
BRONCHOSPASM (wheezing).
Ther. class: antiarrhythmics
Manages a condition where your
heart suddenly beats much faster
than normal supraventricular
tachyarrhythmias (SVT) by
suppression of arrhythmias. Slows
the heart rate and decreases
peripheral vascular resistance
(vasodilation)
Ther. class: Anticoagulation
Decreases risk of stroke/systemic
embolism associated with
nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.
Treatment of and reduction in risk
of recurrence of deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary
embolism (PE).
Ther. class: laxatives
Used to prevent constipation and
straining. Given to decrease
straining after MI or rectal surgery.
Promotes incorporation of water
Use with caffeine-containing herbs (cola nut,
guarana, tea, coffee) Increased stimulant effect.
Beta blockers may inhibit therapeutic effect.
Increased risk of hypokalemia when used with
diuretics that increase renal secretion of potassium.
Hypokalemia Increase the risk of digoxin toxicity.
(hypokalemia=low potassium)
Increased levels of digoxin (↓ dose of digoxin by
50%). Avoid Grapefruit juice it inhibits enzymes in
the GI tract that metabolize amiodarone resulting in
Increase levels and risk of toxicity.
Administer treatment QID
0800/1200/1300/1700. Before treatment
assess lung sounds, pulse, and BP during peak
of medication. Note amount, color, and
character of sputum produced. Blood
screening should be done regularly to check
potassium levels.
Administer BID 0800/1200. Monitor pulse
and HR daily. Monitor lab values regularly
while using this medication
Can be taken with or without food Increased risk of
bleeding with other anticoagulants, aspirin,
clopidogrel, and NSAIDs.
Do not use St. John's wort it may increase the risk of
thromboses.
Administer BID 0800/1200. Monitor patient
for symptoms of stroke, DVT, PE, bleeding, or
peripheral vascular disease periodically
during use.
Nonsignificant interaction with other drugs or food.
May be administered on an empty stomach for
more rapid results. NOTE: This medication does not
stimulate intestinal peristalsis; stimulant laxative
may be required for constipation.
Administer TID 0800/1200/1500. Assess for
abdominal distention, presence of bowel
sounds, and usual pattern of bowel
movement. Assess color, consistency, and
amount of stool produced.
Dose/Route
Generic: Albuterol
2.5–5
mg/3ml/Inhaln
Trade: Nexterone
Generic: Amiodarone
200mg/po
400 mg/day
maintenance dose
Trade: Eliquis
Generic: Apixaban
Trade: Colace
Generic: Docusate
sodium
2.5mg/po
100mg/po
into stool, resulting in softer fecal
mass.
40mg/po
Ther. Class: diuretics
Increases renal excretion of water,
sodium, chloride, magnesium,
potassium, and calcium. Reducing
water retention and decreasing
edema.
Can be taken with or without food
Increased risk of hypotension with
antihypertensives, nitrates, or acute ingestion of
alcohol. Increased risk of hypokalemia when used
with other diuretics.
Trade: Xylocaine
Generic: Lidocaine
1 patch/TD
Can be applied with or without food
Generic: Metoprolol
Trade: Lopressor
25mg/po
Ther. Class: anesthetics
(topical/local)
localized anastatic used to reduce
pain. Stops nerves from sending
pain signals.
Ther. Class: antihypertensives
Beta-blocker used to decrease BP
and heart rate.
Trade: Prevacid
Generic: lansoprazole
3mg/mL/po
15mg
Ther. Class: antiulcer agents
Antacid (heartburn) treatment.
Trade: Tylenol
Generic: Acetaminophen
650mg/po
Ther. Class: nonopioid analgesics
Mild pain and fever reducer
Trade: Lasix
Generic: Furosemide
Beta blockers increase potassium level in the blood.
Avoid potassium-rich foods like meat, milk, bananas,
and sweet potatoes can result in (Hyperkalemia)
high blood potassium levels can damage your heart
and cause a heart attack (MI).
Hypomagnesemia ↑ risk of digoxin toxicity.
Can be taken with or without food
Avoid alcohol
Administer Daily @ 0800 to reduce
edema/water retention. Monitor weight
daily, amount and location of edema, lung
sounds, skin turgor, and mucous membranes.
Monitor BP and pulse before and during
administration. Monitor lab values regularly
while using this medication
Apply patch daily @ 0800 Monitor for pain
intensity in affected area periodically during
therapy.
Administer Q12H 0800/2000. Monitor BP, and
pulse. Monitor lab values regularly while using
this medication
Administer BID 0800/1200. Monitor routinely
for abdominal pain/cramping, fever, diarrhea,
and bloody stools. Monitor lab values
regularly while using this medication
Administer Q6H PRN. Assess pain type,
location, and intensity prior to and 30–60 min
after administration. Monitor lab values
regularly while using this medication