Chamberlain College of Nursing NURSING MISC VATI Pharmacology

VATI Pharm: A client has been prescribed pregabalin for simple partial seizures. What is a contraindication for this medication? ● Benzodiazepines, alcohol and opioids intensify CNS effects. ● Also, Pregabalin is a pregnancy risk category C: administer only if the benefits outweigh the risks A nurse is caring for a client with a latex allergy. What steps should the nurse take when initiating an IV line on this client? ● Use latex free gloves ● Document in the chart the patient has a latex allergy ● Place warning label on I.V. bags not to use latex injection ports ● Use non latex tourniquet. If none are available, use a latex tourniquet over clothing Benzodiazepines are the first-line treatment for alcohol withdrawal due to their ability to decrease the intensity of withdrawal symptoms. List two (2) nursing considerations for clients on benzodiazepines. ● Provide seizure precautions, such as padded bed rails and suction ● In case of IV toxicity, administer flumazenil A nurse is caring for a client prescribed acetaminophen as needed for pain relief. The nurse knows acetaminophen should not exceed ____ grams per day. The nurse will