NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets

Generic Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency

Name
Theragran Multivitamin Multivitamin 1 Tab PO 1 Q Day

Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions

Unknown Unknown Unknown N/A

Mechanism of action and indications
(Why med ordered)
Dietary supplement for the treatment and prevention of
vitamin deficiencies. These vitamins are necessary for
normal growth and development. Many act as
coenzymes or catalysts in numerous metabolic
processes.
Normal Dosage Range:
1/day
Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
Contraindications/warnings/interactions
Should be avoided in patients with known alcohol
intolerance, Hypersensitivity to preservatives, colorants, or
additives including tartrazine, saccharin, and aspartame (oral
forms)
Common side effects
GU: Urine discoloration. MISC: allergic reactions to
preservatives, additives, or colorants.

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal
medicines (ask patient specifically)
None for this patient
Nursing Process- Assessment
(Pre-administration assessment)
Signs of nutritional deficiency
Lab value alterations caused by medicine
N/A
Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
medication
Chewable tablets should be crushed or chewed before
swallowing a well balanced diet is the best source of
vitamins.
Assessment Evaluation
Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
med? Signs of nutritional deficiency.
Signs of overdose, allergic reactions