Clinical Medications Worksheets

Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency

nystatin Mycostatin Anti-fungals imprecise topical bid
Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range
Unknown Unknown Unknown Apply 2-3 times daily until healing is complete
Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or
solutions
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Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
(Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
Affects the permeability of the fungal cell wall, Hypersensitivity to active ingredients, additives,
allowing leakage of cellular contents preservatives, or bases. Some products contain alcohol or
bisulfites and should be avoided in patients with known
intolerance.
Common side effects
No common side effects
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or Lab value alterations caused by medicine
herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) None known for this drug
None known for this patient
Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
medication
Instruct patient to apply medication as directed for full
course of therapy, even if feeling better. Emphasize the
importance of avoiding the eyes. Caution patient that some
products may stain fabric, skin, or hair. Check label
information. Patients with athlete's foot should be taught
to wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes, to wash affected
areas thoroughly, and to change shoes and socks at least
once a day. Advise patient to report increased skin
irritation or lack of response to therapy to health care
professional.
Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
(Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
Inspect involved areas of skin and mucous med? Decrease in skin irritation
membranes before and frequently during Increased skin irritation may indicate and resolution of infection
therapy. need to discontinue medication