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Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutions
Hypoxia r/t respiratory distress N/A
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
medicines (ask patient specifically) May cause transient ↓ in serum potassium concentrations with
Risk of hypokalemia increased with concurrent use of nebulization or higher-than-recommended doses
potassium-losing diuretics, Use with caffeine increases Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
stimulant effect. medication
Instruct patient to contact health care professional immediately if
shortness of breath is not relieved by medication or is accompanied by
diaphoresis, dizziness, palpitations, or chest pain
Inform patient that albuterol may cause an unusual or bad taste and to
rinse mouth after use
Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
(Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
Assess lung sounds, pulse, and blood pressure before med? Prevention or relief of bronchospasm
administration and during peak of medication. Note Observe for paradoxical bronchospasm
amount, color, and character of sputum produced (wheezing). If condition occurs, withhold
medication and notify physician or other
health care professional immediately