Phenylephrine Overview

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MOA of Phenylephrine

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Selective alpha-1 agonist → vasoconstriction

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Adverse Effects of Phenylephrine

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Hypertension, reflex bradycardia, rebound congestion

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Indications for Phenylephrine

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Nasal congestion, hypotension, mydriasis

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Nursing Considerations for Phenylephrine

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Avoid in HTN, glaucoma; monitor BP and HR

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Fluticasone: Mechanism of Action

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Glucocorticoid → reduces airway inflammation

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Fluticasone: Adverse Effects

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Nasal irritation, epistaxis, rare systemic effects

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Fluticasone: Indications

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Allergic rhinitis, asthma (inhaled)

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Fluticasone: Nursing Considerations

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Rinse mouth after inhaled use; not for acute attacks

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Anti-Histamines

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Selectively block histamine receptor sites, decreasing allergic response.

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Uses of Anti-Histamines

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Treat itching, sneezing, and rhinorrhea; some treat motion sickness and insomnia.