DRUG STUDY by: Auston James F.

Crisostomo,SN
MEDICATION Doctor's order: Indication/Contraindication Side Effects & Nursing Intervention
Drug classification
Dosage
Route
SULBUTAMOL Bronchodilator Indication: SE: tremors, palpitations and headache
2.5ml For chronic bronchospam and acute NI: Assist patient in passive range of motion
Inhalation via asthma. exercise to help manage tremors.
nebulizer Contraindication: Provide safety precaution.
High blood sugar, High blood Monitor respiratory status regularly.
pressure, heart rhythm problem Administer analgesic as necessary or as
prescribed by the physician.
Assist patient in gradually changing position
to prevent headache.
Position patient in semi-fowler’s position for
lung expansion.
LEVOFLOXACIN Antibacterial Indication: SE: headache, loss of appetite, irregular
25ml To treat incfection: chronic bronchitis, heartbeat, confusion, anxiety.
IM, injection pneumonia NI: Monitor vital signs regularly.
Contraindication: Emphasize importance of healthy diet that
No known contraindication, but it is concerns with the patient’s condition.
contraindicated for patient with known Provide safe and calm environment.
hypersensitivity to levofloxacin. Provide psychological support and active
listening towards concern about current
condition.
ROXITHROMYCIN Indication: SE: Headache, dizziness, tinnitus
Antibiotic For respiratory infection: pneumonia, NI: Provide safety precaution for the patient.
300ml chronic bronchitis Provide quite and calm environment to
Tablet, oral Contraindication: promote rest.
No known contraindication, but it is Administer analgesic as necessary or as
contraindicated for patient with known prescribed by the physician.
hypersensitivity to roxithromycin. Assist patient in self-care.