Paracetamol Analgesics are used to relieve pain such as headaches. Addiction to these can happen if taken over a long period of time. Also, irritation of the stomach, liver damage and sleep disturbances as some analgesics contain caffeine. Antibiotics e.g. Amoxicillin Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections Diarrhoea, feeling sick and vomiting are the most common side effects.
Also, irritation of the stomach, liver damage and sleep disturbances as some analgesics contain caffeine. The effect of Antibiotics are to treat infections caused by bacteria and the potential side effects are having Diarrhoea, feeling sick and vomiting are the most common side effects . Some people get a fungal infection such as thrush after treatment with antibiotics for a longer period of time and the more serious side effects of antibiotics include kidney problems, blood disorders, increased sensitivity to the sun and deafness, However there are rare. The effect of Antidepressants is to changer the chemical balance in the brain and that can in turn change the psychological state of the mind such as for depression and the potential side effects the common ones are blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, increased appetite, nausea, restlessness, shaking or trembling and difficulty sleeping and the other side effects are dry mouth, constipation, and sweating. The effect of
Unit 4222-368 Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person centred approach (DEM 305) Outcome 1 Understand the common medications used to treat symptoms of dementia 1.1 Outline the most common medications used to treat symptoms of dementia * Donepezil, Rivastigmine * tranquilliser or an antipsychotic medicine * Anti-depressants * Sleeping tablets 1.2 Describe how commonly used medications affect individuals with dementia Donepezil and Rivastigmine are medicines used to prevent the breakdown of a brain chemical called acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is needed for the nerve cells in the brain to work properly. Also helps with memory. Antipsychotics are medicines that can be used to treat behaviour, such as aggression or agitation. Anti-depressants may be advised if depression is suspected.
uncontrollable, violent coughing which may last 6-10 wks *Clinical Manifestations: -1st Stage: mild URI, no-low grade fever, runny nose, water eyes and mild productive cough -2nd Stage: Cough changes, inspiration after each cough produces the typical whooping sound as pt tries to breath against an obstructed glottis. Vomiting may also occur w/coughing *Tx is abx to minimize symptoms and prevent spread of disease. Cough suppressants & antihistamines should not be used since they are ineffective & may induce coughing episodes. Check what ya know: (Answers at
ICP catheter- to decrease ICP Vitamin therapy/ Nutritional referral- because of her BMI and nutritional status r/t her pathologies. PPI- Esophageal varices are likely with cirrhosis and it is necessary to decrease stomach acid to prevent rupture of varices. IV fluids- Because of the ascites it is necessary to replace the fluid into the vascular space. Inotropics such as Dopamine- They will improve the BP and Cardiac
The only “prokinetic” (meaning it increases the tone and motility of the GI tract) agent currently available. Used for GERD, N/V, diabetic gastroparesis, and postoperative emesis. A common side effect is DIARRHEA and will likely need to hold the medication if diarrhea occurs. A more troublesome side effect with long-term use is tardive dyskinesia, a movement disorder that is usually permanent. • S=“Statins”.
Unit 4222-368 Understanding the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person centred approach The most common types of medicine used to treat dementia are, anti-psychotic drugs, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, anti-anxiety, tranquilizers and painkillers. Anti dementia drugs are the main one used. The main ones are Aricept, Reminyl, and Exelon. These drugs prevent an enzyme called acethylcholinesterase breaking down acetycholine, which is a chemical in the brain that acts as a message transmitter. People with Alzheimer’s disease lose nerve cells which use this chemical.
Use of dexmedetomidine in postoperative period: infusion can be continued in extubated and spontaneously breathing patients. The ongoing sedation and sympatholytic effect is beneficial in reducing postoperative myocardial ischemic events in high risk patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery. (90) 6. Use of dexmedetomidine in paediatric age group:(91) addition of dexmedetomidine 2µg/kg body weight to bupivacaine for caudal analgesia promotes analgesia after anaesthetic recovery without increasing the incidence of side
Ibuprofen – pain reliever and fever reducer. Side effects include indigestion, skin rashes and headaches. 2) Identify medication which demands the measurement of specific physiological measurements. Medication which demands measurement of specific physiological measurements includes insulin, warfarin and digoxin. 3) Describe the common adverse reactions to medication, how each can be recognised and the appropriate action(s) required.
However, most types of dementia cannot be cured, but medication can be prescribed to slow the symptoms down, such as ➢ Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors ( Donepezil, Galantamine, and Rivastigmine) used to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s. Side effects include nausea and vomiting ➢ Memantine hydrochloride. This blocks a chemical in the brain. Used mainly for severe Alzheimers, it is also occasionally used for moderate cases if the patient does not respond well with Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors ➢ Antipsychotics. These are used to try and control challenging and aggressive behaviour.