What are nursing considerations for ZOFRAN?
Instruct patient to report bothersome side effects such as severe or prolonged headache, weakness, fatigue, or GI problems (diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, dry mouth).
How is oral ZOFRAN administered?
IMMEDIATELY place the ZOFRAN ODT tablet on top of the tongue where it will dissolve in seconds, then swallow with saliva. Administration with liquid is not necessary.
How do you administer IV ZOFRAN?
The recommended adult intravenous dosage of ZOFRAN is 4 mg undiluted administered intravenously in not less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes, immediately before induction of anesthesia, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting …
Do you have to dilute Zofran IV push?
Ondansetron injection should be diluted in 5% glucose or 0.9% sodium chloride or other compatible infusion fluid (see section 6.6) and infused intravenously over not less than 15 minutes. There are no data from controlled clinical trials on the use of Ondansetron in the prevention of delayed or prolonged CINV.
Are there patient with Zofran pump and no orders?
There are 2 patients on our floor that was admitted with zofran pumps. There were no orders in place neither is their a policy on how to maintain the pumps. Both patients came to the hospital with these pumps and the docs just wrote orders to maintain the pump without any dosage, directions or anything.
What are the side effects of Zofran suppositories?
Serious side effects include blurred vision or temporary vision loss (lasting from only a few minutes to several hours), slow heart rate, trouble breathing, anxiety, agitation, shivering, feeling like you might pass out, and urinating less than usual or not at all.
Why do you take Zofran for nausea and vomiting?
Zofran (ondansetron) blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that can trigger nausea and vomiting. Zofran is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by surgery, cancer chemotherapy, or radiation treatment. Zofran may be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What are the nursing implications of ondansetron hydrochloride?
Nursing Implications Assessment & Drug Effects Monitor fluid and electrolyte status. Diarrhea, which may cause fluid and electrolyte imbalance, is a potential adverse effect of the drug. Monitor cardiovascular status, especially in patients with a history of coronary artery disease.