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Pyeloneph
GROUP-C
OBJECTIVES
GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
This case study aims to assess and gather information about Acute Pyelonephritis
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
Knowledge:
To be able to define Acute Pyelonephritis
To be able to enhance the understanding about Acute Pyelonephritis
To be able to discuss the anatomy and physiology of Acute Pyelonephritis
OBJECTIVES
Skills:
To be able to deal and handle patient who had Acute Pyelonephritis
To be able to monitor effectiveness of nursing interventions
To be able to promote safety, comfort and patient’s privacy
To be able to develop a SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time
bound) nursing care plan.
Attitude:
To be able to maintain therapeutic relationship with the patient
To be able to promote holistic nursing care
INTRODUCTION
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are caused by the pathogenic microorganism in the
urinary tract. UTIs are classified according to location: either the upper urinary tract
(which includes the kidneys and ureters) and lower urinary tract (which includes the
bladder and structures below the bladder). Pyelonephritis is classified as an upper urinary
tract infection. It is an inflammation of the renal pelvis.
Acute pyelonephritis is one of the most common serious bacterial infections in young
adult women.
Can be divided into:
Uncomplicated acute pyelonephritis- Typically occurs in healthy, young women structural
or functional urinary tract abnormalities.
Complicated acute pyelonephritis- Occurs in patients with a structurally or functionally
abnormal genitourinary tract, or a predisposing medical condition.
INTRODUCTION
CAUSES / ETIOLOGY
The infection usually starts in the lower urinary tract as a urinary tract
infection (UTI). Bacteria enter the body through the urethra and begin to
multiply and spread up to the bladder. From there, the bacteria travel through
the ureters to the kidneys.
Bacteria such as Escherichia coli often cause this infection. However, any
serious infection in the bloodstream can also spread to the kidneys and cause
acute pyelonephritis.
INTRODUCTION
RISK FACTORS
Any problem that interrupts the normal flow of urine causes a greater risk
of acute pyelonephritis. For example, a urinary tract that's an unusual size or
shape in more likely to lead to acute pyelonephritis. Also, women's urethras
are much shorter than men, so it's easier for bacteria to enter their bodies.
That makes women more prone to kidney infections and puts them at a
higher risk of acute pyelonephritis.
INTRODUCTION
MANAGEMENT
1. Antibiotics are the first course of action against acute pyelonephritis. However, the
type of antibiotic your doctor chooses depends on whether or not the bacteria can be
identified. If not, a broad-spectrum antibiotic is used.
2. Hospital admission depends on the severity of your condition and how well you
respond to treatment. Treatment includes intravenous hydration and antibiotics for 24
to 48 hours. Doctors, will monitor your blood and urine to track the infection. You’ll
likely receive 10 to 14 days’ worth of oral antibiotics to take after you’re released from
the hospital.
3. Surgery may be required to remove any obstructions or to correct any structural
problems in the kidneys. It may also be necessary to drain an abscess that doesn’t
respond antibiotics.
INTRODUCTION
COMPLICATIONS
PREVENTION
EPIDEMIOLOGY
PROGNOSIS
• Overall the majority of cases of pyelonephritis are managed in an outpatient
setting with most patients improving with oral antibiotics. Usually, young women
are among those most likely to be treated as outpatients.
PROGNOSIS
• More importantly, this study found that old age (older than 65 years), male
gender, impaired renal function, or presence of disseminated intravascular
coagulation were associated with increased mortality. With the proper
recognition of the underlying etiology and prompt intervention with adequate
treatment, even patients with severe pyelonephritis generally have a good
outcome.
PATIENT’S PROFILE
Name: Patient L.T
Age: 23 years old
Gender: Female
Address: Dodan, Aparri, Cagayan
Birth Date: May 19, 1996
Place of Birth: Paddaya Aparri, Cagayan
Civil Status: Married
Religion: Roman Catholic
Nationality/Ethnicity:Filipino
Occupation: Student
PATIENT’S PROFILE
ADMISSION PROFILE
Date and time of admission: 12 – 6 – 19 @ 7:00 pm
Chief complaint/s: Back pain
Admitting diagnosis: Acute Pyelonephritis G3P2 (2002) PU 7 3/7 weeks
Admitting physician: Dr. S
PATIENT’S PROFILE
ADMITTING VITAL SIGNS
Blood Pressure: 90/60 mmHg LMP: 10/22/19
Temperature: 38.2°C AOG: 7 3/7 weeks
Pulse rate: 134 bpm
Respiratory rate: 25 cpm
During her childhood she experienced illnesses such as fever, common colds
and cough. She uses OTC drugs such as carbocistene and paracetamol. The
patient completed her immunizations and has no allergies to food and
medicines. This is her third time of hospitalization.
NURSING HEALTH HISTORY
FAMILY HEALTH HISTORY
On 2012, she had a full term normal pregnancy and delivered a baby boy via
spontaneous vaginal delivery (NSD) at Toran Aparri, Cagayan and the weight
of the baby was 3 kg and is alive and well. She had her check-up every month
of pregnancy.
On 2018, she had a full term pregnancy and delivered a baby girl via cesarean
section at Christian Hospital and the weight of the baby was 3 kg and is alive
and well.
NURSING HEALTH HISTORY
GYNECOLOGY HISTORY
She attained her menarche at the age of 12 years old with 28 days regular
cycle with 1 week of duration. Consumed 5 pasador in the morning and 2
pads at night and used pH care for cleaning with regular shave. Her LMP was
October 22, 2019 and the AOG is 7 3/7 weeks.
Whenever she experienced dysmenorrhea she drinks warm water to relieve
the pain. As for contraception, she was then an oral contraceptive pills.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
1. HEALTH According to pt. L.T she defined “Ang hirap ma-hospital,
PERCEPTION/ HEALTH health as “Dapat laging kumain kailangan dapat sundin yung
MANAGEMENT ng masusustansiyang gulay para mga bilin ng nurses at doctors”
PATTERN hindi maging sakitin” she also as verbalized by the patient.
stated that, to manage her
diseases she immediately took
over the counter drugs such as
carbocistene and paracetamol.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION
DURING
HOSPITALIZATION
2.NUTRITIONAL The patient weight 60 kg. According to “Kanin, karne at lugaw
METABOLLIC PATTERN the pt. She ate 3 times a day with the lang yung madalas kong
snack in between. Typically, her meal is kainin ma’am” as
composed of rice, meat and vegetable verbalized by the patient.
dishes. She approximately drinks 2 Moreover she already
glasses of water a day. She is fond of consumed 500 ml of
eating junk foods and drinks 2 bottles water during the shift. Her
of coke per day. Furthermore, the current IVF is PNSS.
patient stated that she has no allergies
on foods and medications.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION
DURING
HOSPITALIZATION
3. ELIMINATION According to the pt. She doesn’t have “Sa tingin ko wala
PATTERN any problem in urinating and namang problema sa pag-
defecating. She urinates 2 times a day ihi at pagbawas ko
with yellow in color. She defecates once ma’am, limang beses na
with semi-form and brown stool. akong umihi at isang
beses namang tumae
pero matigas ito at kulay
green ” as verbalized by
the patient.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION
DURING
HOSPITALIZATION
4. ACTIVITY EXERCISE According to the pt. she considered “Naglalakad lang ako
PATTERN household chores as her exercise every ditto sa hospital ma’am
day. tapos bed rest” as
“Bago po ako maospital, ang sakit po verbalized by the patient.
ng tiyan at balakang ko ma’am” as
verbalized by the patient.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
5. SLEEP – REST According to the pt. she According to the patient, most of
PATTERN usually sleeps for 7-8 hours. the time, she only stays on her bed
Her earliest time to sleep is to rest. But usually disturbed
9:00 pm and wakes up at because of interruptions like
4:00 am. Moreover, she routine monitoring. “Maayos
doesn’t experience any sleep naman yung pag-tulog ko dito
onset difficulties and only ma’am, matutulog ako ng alas-
wakes up at night to urinate. syete ng gabi at magigising ng alas
singko ng umaga”, she added.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
6. COGNITIVE According to the pt. she Patient T.L is cooperative during the
PERCEPTUAL PATTERN doesn’t have any problem to assessment and interview. She is
her 5 senses, she listen oriented to person, time and place.
attentively and answer “Mapait yung panlasa ko ma’am
question coherently. kaya minsan wala akong gana” as
verbalized by the patient.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
7. SELF – PERCEPTION According to the pt. she is a Patient T.L has a scar on her
PATTERN very supportive and abdomen and stretch marks (striae
responsible mother to her gravidarum).
husband.
“Ang hirap po maging isang
batang Ina, ang dami mong
obligasyon lalo na’t nag-
aaral ka pa at ang hirap
pag-sabayin” she added.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
8. ROLE – The patient has a nuclear The patient said that she wants to
RELATIONSHIP PATTERN type of family, and live just go home because she missed her
beside her parents. She is the family, especially her 1 year old
one who’s responsible in baby.
maintaining cleanliness and
order at home. She is able to
state a good relation to her
families and friends.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
9. SEXUALITY – The patient reports of This is her 3rd pregnancy with 4th
REPRODUCTIVE satisfactory sexual week of gestation.
PATTERN relationship with her Her first child is a boy who is now 7
husband. She is newlywed years old
and been contented to have Her second child is a girl who is now
her simple family. 1 year old.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
10. COPING STRESS According to the pt. she used The patient stated that, her
PATTERN to pray and stay positive as stressed reliever is to watch Korean
she faced problems and movies.
difficulties in her daily life.
GORDON’S FUNCTIONAL PATTERN
PATTERN BEFORE HOSPITALIZATION DURING HOSPITALIZATION
11. VALUE – BELIEF According to the pt. she is a She believes that having faith in
PATTERN Roman Catholic by religion. God will help her to overcome
She said that her family problems.
always attends the holy mass “Lagi ko pong pinag-darasal ang
during Sundays and serve it kaligtasan ng buong pamilya ko” as
as their family day. verbalized by the patient.
COURSE IN THE WARD
NURSING
DATE / TIME DOCTOR’S ORDER RATIONALE
RESPONSIBILITY
12 – 6 – 19 Please admit to Ward For observation and Admit patient as
7:00 pm monitoring ordered
Prepare and fill out all
necessary documents
Obtain initial V/S
The patient was assessed on December 9, 2019 @ 10:00 am in her bed, with
ongoing IVF PNSS 800 ml X 20 gtts/min via left metacarpal vein patent and
infusing well. She has a body temperature of 36.4 degree Celsius which is
normal, a respiration of 22 cycles per minute, and her pulse rate was assessed
to be 82 beats per minute. She is 5’ in height and with a body weight of 60 kg.
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Color Inspection Varies from light to Brown Normal physiologic
deep brown; from change during
ruddy pink to light pregnancy due to
pink; from yellow increased production
overtunes to olive. of Melanin s/t
increased estrogen
level
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Uniformity of Inspection Generally uniform Uniform Normal physiologic
color except in areas except on change during
exposed to the sun; upper pregnancy due to
areas of lighter extremities increased production
pigmentation in dark (under arm, of Melanin s/t
skinned people leg) increased estrogen
(palms, lips, nail level
beds)
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Skin turgor Inspection When pinched, skin Skin springs Normal physiologic
springs back to back to change during
previous state previous pregnancy due to
(elastic); maybe state (elastic) increased fluid
slower in older except on retention
adults. lower
extremities
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Presence of Inspection/ No edema (+) Edema on Normal physiologic
Edema Palpation both feet change during
pregnancy due to
increased fluid
retention
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Skin lesions Inspection/ Freckles, some Scar on the Due to surgical
palpation birthmark, some flat abdomen incision
raised nevi,
no abrasions or
other lesions
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Skin moisture Inspection/palp Moisture in skin folds Skin Normal
ation and the axillae moisture
(varies with
environmental
temperature and
humidity, body
temperature and
activity)
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
THE SKIN
Skin Palpation Uniform within Temp: 36.4˚C Normal
temperature normal range
(depending on the
route)
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
HAIR
Color Inspection Varies depending on Black Normal
race
Outer Lip
HEART
HEART
S2: Usually heard at
all sites, usually
louder at base of the
heart
S3: Present in
children and young
adults
S4: Present in many
older adults
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
HEART
Apical pulse/ Auscultation Systole: silent 82 bpm Normal
Heart sounds interval, slightly
(aortic, shorter duration
pulmonic, than diastole at
tricuspid, normal heart rate
mitral) (60-90 bpm)
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
HEART
Diastole: silent
interval, slightly
longer duration than
systole at normal
heart rates.
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
BREAST
Size symmetry, Inspection Females: Rounded Engorgement Normal physiologic
contour/shape( shape”; slightly of the breast change during
sitting position) unequal in size, pregnancy d/t breast
generally symmetric milk production
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMAL FINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
BREAST
Localized Inspection Skin uniform in color Skin uniform Normal
discoloration or (same in appearance in color
hyperpigment as skin of abdomen (same in
action, or back) appearance
retraction or as skin of
dimpling abdomen or
back)
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
BREAST
Skin smooth and Skin smooth
intact and intact
Diffuse symmetric
horizontal or vertical
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
USE FINDINGS
BREAST
Areola area Inspection Round or oval and Round and Normal physiologic
(size,shape, bilateral the same bilateral the change during
symmetric,colo Color varies widely, from same pregnancy
r, surface light pink to dark brown Color dark
characteristics, Irregular placement of brown
masses/lesion) sebaceous glands on the
surface of the areola
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
BREAST
Nipples for Inspection Rounded, everted and Rounded, Normal
size, shape, equal in size, similar in everted and
position, color, color, soft and smooth, equal in size,
discharge and both nipples point in the similar in color,
lesions same direction slightly dry, both
Inversion of one or both nipples point in
nipples may be present the same
from puberty direction
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
BREAST
Axillary, Palpation No tenderness, No Normal
subclavicular masses or nodules tenderness,
and lymph masses or
nodes nodules
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
BREAST
Masses, Palpation No tenderness, Tender, Normal physiologic
tenderness and masses, nodules. No nipple change during
discharge from nipple discharge discharge pregnancy d/t breast
the areola and except from milk production
nipples pregnant or breast-
feeding females
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Skin Integrity Inspection Unblemished skin, Presence of Normal physiologic
uniform in color stretch change during
Silver-white marks pregnancy due to
striae(Stretch marks rupture and atrophy
or surgical scars) of small segments of
the connective layer
of the skin
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Scar on the Due to surgical
abdomen incision
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Contour and Inspection Flat rounded(convex Flat Normal
symmetry or scaphoid rounded(con
(concave) vex or
scaphoid
(concave)
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Abdominal Inspection Symmetric Symmetric Normal
movements movements caused movements
by respirations caused by
Visible peristalsis in respirations
very lean people Visible
peristalsis in
very lean
people
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Aortic pulsations in Aortic
thin persons at pulsations in
epigastric area thin persons
at epigastric
area
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Vascular Inspection No visible vascular No visible Normal
patterns problem vascular
problem
PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
BODY PART METHOD USE NORMALFINDINGS ACTUAL ANALYSIS
FINDINGS
ABDOMEN
Level of Inspection Glasgow coma score Glasgow Normal
consciousness of 15 indicates coma score
alertness and of 15
complete orientation indicates
alertness and
complete
orientation
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Overview of the Urinary System
The urinary system maintains blood homeostasis by filtering out excess
fluid and other substances from the bloodstream and secreting waste.
The Renal System
It is also called the urinary system, is a group of organs in the body that
filters out excess fluid and other substances from the bloodstream.
The purpose of the renal system is to eliminate wastes from the body,
regulate blood volume and pressure, control levels of electrolytes and
metabolites, and regulate blood pH.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
The renal system organs include the: kidney, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
Metabolic wastes and excess ions are filtered out of the blood, along with
water, and leave the body in the form of urine.
Many of these functions are related to one another as well. For example, water
follows ions via an osmotic gradient, so mechanisms that alter sodium levels or
sodium retention in the renal system will alter water retention levels as well.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
The renal tube of the nephron consists of a network of tubules and loops that
are selectively permeable to water and ions.
Figure 2. The Kidney
Renal Cortex- The cortex is the outer part of the kidney. This is where blood
is filtered.
Renal Medulla- Where the amount of salt and water in your urine is
controlled.
Renal Capsule- Smooth, transparent sheet of irregular connective tissue that is
continuous with the outer coat of the ureter.
Minor Calyx- Portion of the urinary collecting system within the kidney that
drains one renal papilla.
Major calyx- Portion of the urinary collecting system within the kidney that
drains several minor calyces.
Renal Columns- Are lines of the kidney matrix which support the cortex of the
kidney. They are composed of lines of blood vessels and urinary tubes and a
fibrous, cortical material.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Renal Pyramid- Are conical segments within the internal medulla of the kidney.
The pyramids contain the secreting apparatus and tubules.
Renal Pelvis- This is the region of the kidney where urine collects.
Renal Papilla- Tip of renal pyramid projecting into minor calyx.
Ureter- Muscular tube that serves as the duct of the kidney to carry urine to
the bladder.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
URINE FORMATION
Glomerular Filtration
Tubular Reabsorption
Tubular Secretion
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
URINE ELIMINATION
Increased bladder pressure
Urination
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Acute kidney
injury
Pyelonephritis
Ascension
Uroepithelium
penetration
Colonization
LABORATORY RESULT
COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT
DATE/TIME: 12/6/19@8:00 PM
TEST DONE NORMAL VALUES ACTUAL VALUES ANALYSIS
WBC 5.00- 10.00 6.73 10^9/L Normal
RBC 3.50- 5.50 4.36 10^12/L Normal
HGB 12.0- 16.0 13.0 g/dL Normal
HCT 0.37- 0.47 0.38 % Normal
Platelet count 150- 450 234 10^9/L Normal
Neutrophil 0.50 – 0.70 0.84 % Elevated; due to
infection
LABORATORY RESULT
COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT
DATE/TIME: 12/6/19@8:00 PM
TEST DONE NORMAL VALUES ACTUAL VALUES ANALYSIS
Lymphocyte 0.20 – 0. 40 0.05 % Lower value; due to
intense exercise,
severe stress or
malnutrition
ADVERSE EFFECTS:
• Pruritus, agitation, anxiety, constipation, diarrhea, hallucination, nausea, tremor,
vomiting, and diaphoresis.
• Other side effects include: Insomnia, sweating, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth,
fatigue, asthenia, somnolence, confusion, constipation, flushing, headache, vertigo,
tachycardia, palpitations, miosis, insomnia, orthostatic hypotension, seizures, CNS
stimulation e.g. hallucinations.
• Potentially Fatal: Respiratory depression
NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Control environment (temperature, lighting) if sweating or CNS effects occur.
• WARNING: Limit use in patients with past or present history of addiction to or
dependence on opioids.
DOCTOR’S ORDER: Paracetamol 300 mg IV q4
GENERIC NAME: Paracetamol
BRAND NAME: Ifimol IV
CLASSIFICATION: Aniline Analgesics
PREGNANCY CLASSIFICATION: A
MECHANISM OF ACTION:
• Paracetamol exhibits analgesic action by peripheral blockage of pain impulse generation.
It produces antipyretics by inhibiting the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre. Its weak
anti-inflammatory activity is related to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the CNS.
INDICATIONS:
• For mild to moderate pain and to treat fever.
CONTRAINDICATIONS AND CAUTIONS:
• Hypersensitivity. Severe hepatic impairment or active liver disease (IV).
ADVERSE EFFECTS:
• Significant: Thrombocytopenia, leucopenia, neutropenia, pancytopenia,
methaemoglobinaemia, agranulocytosis, angioedema, pain and burning sensation at
injection site. Rarely hypotension and tachycardia.
• Gastrointestinal disorders: Nausea, vomiting, constipation.
• Nervous system disorders: Headache.
• Psychiatric disorders: Insomnia.
• Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Erythema, flushing, pruritus.
• NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES
• Check that the patient is not taking any other medication containing paracetamol.
• For children who may refuse medicine off a spoon try using a medicine syringe to squirt
liquid slowly into the side of the child’s mouth or use soluble paracetamol mixed with a
drink.
• Some children may be happy to take one paracetamol product but dislike the taste of
another.
• There are no known harmful effects when used during pregnancy.
• Small amounts may pass into breast milk. However, there are no known harmful effects
when used by breastfeeding mothers.
• Alcohol increases the risk of liver damage that can occur if an overdose of paracetamol is
taken. The hazards of paracetamol overdose are greater in persistent heavy drinkers and
in people with alcoholic liver disease.
DOCTOR’S ORDER: Cefuroxime 750 mg IV q8
GENERIC NAME: Cefuroxime
BRAND NAME: Ceftin, Zinacef
CLASSIFICATION: Ceftin
PREGNANCY CLASSIFICATION: B
MECHANISM OF ACTION:
• Cephalosporins exert bactericidal activity by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis
and inhibiting cross-linking of the peptidoglycan. The cephalosporins are also thought to
play a role in the activation of bactericidal cell autolysins which may contribute to
bacterial cell lysis.
INDICATIONS:
• Susceptible mild to moderate infections including pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute maxillary
sinusitis, chronic bronchitis, acute otitis media, uncomplicated skin and skin structure,
UTIs, gonorrhea, early Lyme disease. Treatment of the following infections caused by
susceptible organisms: Respiratory tract infections, Skin and skin structure infections,
Bone and joint infections (not cefaclor or cefprozil), Urinary tract infections (not cefprozil).
Meningitis, gynecologic infections, and Lyme disease.
CONTRAINDICATIONS AND CAUTIONS:
• Contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins; Serious hypersensitivity to
penicillins.
• Use Cautiously in: Renal impairment (dose adjustments necessary); History of GI disease,
especially colitis; Geri: Dosage adjustment due to age-related decrease in renal function
may be necessary; may also be at increase risk for bleeding with cefotetan or cefoxitin;
OB: Pregnancy and lactation (have been used safely).
ADVERSE EFFECTS:
• CNS: seizures (high doses)
• GI: Pseudomembranous colitis, diarrhea, cramps, nausea, vomiting
• Derm: rashes, urticaria. Hemat agranulocytosis, bleeding (increase with cefotetan and
cefoxitin), eosinophilia, hemolytic anemia, neutropenia, hrombocytopenia.
• Local: pain at IM site, phlebitis at IV site.
• Misc: allergic reactions including anaphylaxis and serum sickness, superinfection.
NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assess patient for signs and symptoms of infection prior to and throughout therapy.
• Before initiating therapy, obtain a history to determine previous use of and reactions to
penicillins or cephalosporins. Persons with a negative history of penicillin sensitivity may
still have an allergic response.
• Observe patient for signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis (rash, pruritus, laryngeal edema,
wheezing). Discontinue the drug and notify physician or other health care professional
immediately if these symptoms occur. Keep thromepinephrine, an antihistamine, and
resuscitation equipment close by in the event of an anaphylactic reaction.
• Instruct patient to report signs of hypersensitivity.
DOCTOR’S ORDER: Incorporate 2 amp B-Complex
GENERIC NAME: B-Complex
BRAND NAME: Aduvit
CLASSIFICATION: Antianemics, Food supplements
PREGNANCY CLASSIFICATION: C
MECHANISM OF ACTION:
• This product is a combination of B vitamins used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiency
due to poor diet, certain illnesses, alcoholism, or during pregnancy. Vitamins are
important building blocks of the body and help keep you in good health. B vitamins
include thiamine, riboflavin, niacin/niacinamide, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folic acid, and
pantothenic acid.
INDICATIONS:
• Vitamin B complex helps prevent infections and helps support or promote: cell health,
growth of red blood cells, energy levels, good eyesight, healthy brain function, good
digestion, healthy appetite, proper nerve function.
CONTRAINDICATIONS AND CAUTIONS:
• The following conditions are contraindicated with this drug. Check with your physician if
you have any of the following:
Conditions:
• A high amount of oxalic acid in urine
• Iron metabolism disorder causing increased iron storage
• Sickle cell anemia
• Anemia from Pyruvate Kinase and G6PD Deficiencies
• An overload of iron in the blood
• A type of blood disorder where the red blood cells burst
• An ulcer from too much stomach acid
• A type of stomach irritation called gastritis
• Ulcerative colitis
• An inflammatory condition of the intestines
• Diverticular Disease
• Excess iron due to repeated blood transfusions
• Decreased blood-clotting from low vitamin K
• Increased risk of bleeding due to clotting disorder
• Allergies:Vitamin B
• Iron Complex
• Iron Analogues
• Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Obtain a sensitivity test history before administration. An intradermal test dose is
recommended in patients with possible sensitivity.
• Protect solution from light, and refrigerate ampules.
• Don’t mix parenteral preparations in same syringe with other drugs.
• Monitor patient for hypokalemia for first 48 hours, as anemia corrects itself. Give
potassium supplement, as needed.
• Stress proper nutritional habits to prevent recurrence of deficiency.
• Warn patient that there may be burning at the injection site.
• Folic Acid Containing Drugs
• Vitamin E Analogues
• Potential Side Effects
• However, taking supplements that contain excessively high and unnecessary quantities of
B-complex vitamins could lead to serious side effects. High doses of supplemental B3
(niacin) may lead to vomiting, high blood sugar levels, skin flushing and even liver damage
ADVERSE EFFECTS:
• CNS: Drowsiness, insomnia, dizziness, nervousness, confusion, headache.
• GI: Severe diarrhea, ulceration, and bleeding; nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, flatus,
constipation, hepatic toxicity.
NURSING CARE PLAN
ASSESSMENT DIAGNOSIS PLANNING IMPLEMENTATION RATIONALE EVALUATION
Subjective: Acute pain r/t: After 1 hour of • Monitor Vital • To obtain GOAL MET:
“Ang sakit po traumatize nursing Signs baseline as evidenced
ng tiyan at tissue as interventions data for by the pain
balakang ko manifested by the pt. will be comparison scale reduced
ma’am” as able to attain from 7/10 to
verbalized by facial grimace pain scale of 2/10.
the patient. from 7/10 to • Provide • To aid
2/10 therapeutic alleviation
• Pain scale= environment of pain
7/10
NURSING CARE PLAN
ASSESSMENT DIAGNOSIS PLANNING IMPLEMENTATION RATIONALE EVALUATION
• Encourage • To manage or
adequate rest cope with pain
periods