NURS 2466 Clinical Form 3: Clinical Medications Worksheets

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Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency

Oxazepam Serax Anti Anxiety; 30 mg PO QID PRN Anxiety
Sedative/Hypnotics
Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range
Unknown 6-12 hr 10-30 mg 3-4 x a day
45-90 minutes
Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutions
Anxiety N/A

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

(Why med ordered)
Depresses the CNS, probably by potentiating
GABA. Indicated in the management of Anxiety
Contraindications/warnings/interactions
Hypersensitivity. Cross sensitivity may exist with other
NSAIDS, including asparin. Use cautiously in hepatic
dysfunction. Additive CNS depression with other CNS
depressants.
Common side effects
Dizziness and drowsiness

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal
medicines (ask patient specifically)
None known
Nursing Process- Assessment
(Pre-administration assessment)
Assess pt for anxiety and level of
sedation.
Lab value alterations caused by medicine
Monitor CBC’s and LFT’s during prolonged therapy
Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
medication
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Assessment Evaluation
Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
med? Decreased sense of Anxiety,
Hold of pt is lethargic or has less than 12 Increased ability to cope.
respirations per minute