University:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Course:
NURS 312 | Pharmacology
Academic year:

2021
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204

Pages:

1
Author:

Leilani Contreras

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Medication STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ Magnesium Sulfate Preg Cat D MEDICATION __________________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ P: Mineral T: Electrolyte replacement CATEGORY CLASS ______________________________________________________________________ PURPOSE OF MEDICATION Expected Pharmacological Action Slows uterine contractions, used if preterm labor begins before 34 weeks gestation, Therapeutic Use To inhibit premature labor (tocolytic action) also used to prevent maternal seizures in pt with preeclampsia or eclampsia Complications Can cause maternal ßushing, dizziness, headache, possible hypotension. Fetal compliations: Can also cause reduced fetal heart rate, and decreased muscle tone (hypotonia) Contraindications/Precautions Should not be used in pt that are dilated past 3cm If serum levels are high, could lead to cardiac or respiratory depression Interactions Do not take in combination with neuromuscular blocking agents Medication Administration Administered via IV starting with 4-6g, and maintanence dose 1-4g/hr Nursing Interventions Monitor VS, lung sounds, heart sounds to prevent ßuid volume overload and electrolyte imbalance. Check bowel sounds as intestinal smooth muscle will also become relaxed along with uterus Client Education Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness Possible vision changes, such as blurred vision, weakness, constipation can occur. Slowing of the contractions and prevention of preterm labor. ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A7