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    This clinical form provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and nursing considerations for the antiemetic medication ondansetron (Zofran). It lists the drug's mechanism of action in blocking serotonin receptors to treat nausea and vomiting, potential interactions, and importance of assessing for nausea before and after administration and monitoring for extrapyramidal side effects. The nursing process focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of ondansetron in preventing nausea and when to hold administration based on the patient's condition.

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    This clinical form provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and nursing considerations for the antiemetic medication ondansetron (Zofran). It lists the drug's mechanism of action in blocking serotonin receptors to treat nausea and vomiting, potential interactions, and importance of assessing for nausea before and after administration and monitoring for extrapyramidal side effects. The nursing process focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of ondansetron in preventing nausea and when to hold administration based on the patient's condition.

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    This clinical form provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and nursing considerations for the antiemetic medication ondansetron (Zofran). It lists the drug's mechanism of action in blocking serotonin receptors to treat nausea and vomiting, potential interactions, and importance of assessing for nausea before and after administration and monitoring for extrapyramidal side effects. The nursing process focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of ondansetron in preventing nausea and when to hold administration based on the patient's condition.

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    Zofran (Ondansetron)

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    This clinical form provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and nursing considerations for the antiemetic medication ondansetron (Zofran). It lists the drug's mechanism of action in blocking serotonin receptors to treat nausea and vomiting, potential interactions, and importance of assessing for nausea before and after administration and monitoring for extrapyramidal side effects. The nursing process focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of ondansetron in preventing nausea and when to hold administration based on the patient's condition.

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    NURS 1566 Clinical Form 3: Clinical Medications Worksheets

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    Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


    ondansetron Zofran antiemetics 4-8 mg IVP Q 6 hrs PRN
    Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range
    15-30 min rapid 4-8 hrs 4 mg before induction of anesthesia or postoperatively

    Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or
    Nausea solutions
    Administer undiluted immediately before induction of
    anesthesia or postoperatively if nausea and vomiting occur
    shortly after surgery, Dilute doses for prevention of nausea
    and vomiting associated with chemotherapy in 50 ml of
    D5W, 0.9% NaCl, D5/0.9% NaCl, D5/0.45% NaCl.
    Solution is clear and colorless. Stable for 7 days at room
    temperature following dilution.
    Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
    (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
    Blocks the effects of serotonin at 5-HT3-receptor Hypersensitivity,
    sites (selective antagonist) located in vagal nerve
    terminals and the chemoreceptor trigger zone in the L
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    Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or Lab value alterations caused by medicine
    herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) May cause transient ↑ in serum bilirubin, AST, and ALT
    None known for this patient levels.
    Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
    medication
    Instruct patient to take ondansetron as directed, Advise
    patient to notify health care professional immediately if
    involuntary movement of eyes, face, or limbs occurs.

    Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation


    (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
    Assess patient for nausea, vomiting, med? Prevention of nausea.
    abdominal distention, and bowel sounds No nausea or vomiting.
    prior to and following administration.
    Assess patient for extrapyramidal effects
    (involuntary movements, facial
    grimacing, rigidity, shuffling walk,
    trembling of hands) periodically during
    therapy.

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