ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Medication
STUDENT NAME MEDICATION S Silver sulfadiazine CATEGORY CLASS Sulfonamides
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PURPOSE OF MEDICATION
Expected Pharmacological Action
Therapeutic Use
Splits to produce bacterial concentrations of silver and suldiazine.
Prevention and treatment of wound sepsis in patients with 2nd and 3rd degree burns
Complications
Medication Administration
Exfoliative Dermatitis Steven- Johnson syndrome Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Apply after cleansing and debriding of burn wound. Topical: Discard if white cream becomes dark.
Contraindications/Precautions
Hypersensitivity - Infants <2 month - Pregnancy near term
Nursing Interventions
Assess burned tissue for infection and sepsis - Monitor for hypersensitivity Assess patient for skin rash frequently
Interactions
Topical proteolytic enzymes
Client Education
Explain purpose of medication to patient and family - Advise patient to promptly notify health care provider if a rash occures
Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness
Prevention and treatment of infection in 2nd and 3rd degree burns and therapy is continued until the burn is healed or skin graft is performed.
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