INDEX NURS 2236 Clinical Form 3: Clinical Medications Worksheet

(You will need to made additional copies of these forms)

Generic Trade Classification Dose Route Time/Frequency
Name Name
bisacodyl Dulcolax Laxative 10 mg PR x 1

Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatability with IV drips and/or solutions
unknown 15-60 min unknown
Why is your patient taking this medication?

Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)

constipation; evacuation of the bowel before readiologic Contraindications/warnings/interactions
studies or surgery; abdominal pain; obstruction; nausea; vomiting; anal or rectal fissures;
prolonged use;

Common side effects

abdominal cramps; nausea; diarrhea; rectal burning; hypokalemia; muscle
weakness

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC, or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
medicines (ask patient specifically)
eneric coated and delayed release; suppositories; rectal
suspension
Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication
short-term therapy only; increase fluid intake; bulk up the diet; normal bowel
habits may vary from 3 times/day to 3 times/week

Nursing Process - Assessment Assessment Evaluation

(Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give Check after giving
Vital Signs this med?
abdominal distention; presence of bowel sounds have a soft, formed bowel movement when
and usual pattern of bowel function used for constipation
color consistency and amount of stool produced