Cefuroxime is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is administered through oral or intravenous routes. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, headache and abdominal pain. Nurses should check the patient's information and medication administration details. Cefuroxime is contraindicated in patients with cephalosporin allergies or hypersensitivity. Albuterol is a bronchodilator inhaler used to relieve symptoms of asthma and COPD. It works by relaxing smooth muscle. Potential side effects are restlessness, headache, and nausea. Nurses monitor vital signs and watch for paradoxical bronchospasm, advising slow inhalation

1. DRUG
NAME
CLASS INDICATION CONTRAINDICATION ACTION SIDE
EFFECT
NURSING
MANAGEMENT
Brandname
; Ceftin,
Zinacef
Generic
name;
cefuroxime
Route;
TIV
Doasage;
750mg
Anti-
infective; antibiotic; s
econd-generation
cephalosporin.
For the treatment of
many different types
of bacterial infections
such as bronchitis,
sinusitis, tonsillitis,
ear infections, skin
infections,
gonorrhea, and
urinary tract
infections.
Cefuroxime is active
against both gram
positive and gram
negative bacteria. It
is resistant to beta-
lactamases
If the drug was tolerated
it can cause diarrhea,
nausea, vomiting,
headache, or migraines,
dizziness and abdominal
pain.
Is contraindicated in
hypersensitivity to
cephalosporins.
Decreases
or control
the
infection.
Nausea
headache,
drowsiness;
feeling
restless,
irritable, or
Should the check
the patients
name, the correct
route, dosage,
and frequency of
the medicine that
should be given.
contraindicated in
patients with a
history of allergic
reactions to
cephalosporins
use with caution
in patients with a
history of allergic
reactions to
penicillins

2. DRUG
NAME
CLASS INDICATION CONTRAINDICAT
ION
ACTION SIDE
EFFECT
NURSING
MANAGEMENT
Brand
Name:
Salbutamol
Generic
Name:
Albuterol
Route;
Inhalation
Dosage;
2.5-5 mg,
Bronchodilator
(therapeutic);
adrenergics
(pharmacologic
)
To control and prevent
reversible airway
obstruction caused by
asthma or chronic
obstructive pulmonary
disorder (COPD)
Quick relief for
bronchospasm
For the prevention of
exercise-induced
bronchospasm
To treat or improve
muscle paralysis in
patients with a
condition that causes
occasional paralysis.
To treat high potassium
levels in patients with
kidney failure.
Hypersensitivity to
adrenergic amines
Hypersensitivity to
fluorocarbons
Use with caution in
patients with CV
disorders (including
coronary
insufficiency and
hypertension),
Hyperthyroidism,
diabetes mellitus,
and those who are
unusually responsive
to adrenergics.
Relaxes
bronchial,
uterine, and
vascular
smooth
muscle by
stimulating
beta2
receptors.
Restlessness
Headache
Nausea and
vomiting
Assess lung sounds, PR
and BP before drug
administration and
during peak of
medication.
Observe for paradoxical
spasm and withhold
medication and notify
physician if condition
occurs.
If administering
medication through
inhalation, allow at least
1 minute between
inhalation of aerosol
medication.
Advise the patient to
rinse mouth with water
after each inhalation to
minimize dry mouth.
Inform the patient that
Albuterol may cause an
unusual or bad taste.

3. DRUG
NAME
CLASS INDICATION CONTRAINDICATION ACTION SIDE
EFFECT
NURSING
MANAGEMENT
Brand
name:
Toradol.
Generic
name:
ketorolac
Route;
TIV
Dosage;
30 mg/ml
Non-
steroidal
anti-
inflammatory
agents,
nonopioid
analgesic’s
Short term
management of
pain (not to
exceed 5 days
total for all
routes
combined)
Hypersensitivity
Cross-sensitivity with
other NSAIDs may exist
Pre- or perioperative use
Known alcohol
intolerance Use
cautiously in:
1) History of GI bleeding
2) Renal impairment
(dosage reduction may be
required)
3) Cardiovascular disease
Inhibits
prostaglandin
synthesis,
producing
peripherally
mediated
analgesia
Also have
antipyretic and
anti-inflammatory
properties.
Therapeutic
effect: Decreased
pain
drowsiness
dizziness,
dyspnea.
Assess pain (note type,
location, and intensity)
prior to and 1-2 hr
following
administration.
Ketorolac therapy
should always be given
initially by the IM or
IV route.
Caution patient to
avoid concurrent use of
alcohol, aspirin,
NSAIDs,
acetaminophen, or
other OTC medications
without consulting
health care
professional.
Advise patient to
consult if rash, itching,
visual disturbances,
tinnitus, weight gain,
edema, black stools,

4. persistent headche, or
influenza-like
syndromes
(chills,fever,muscles
aches, pain) occur.
Effectiveness of
therapy can be
demonstrated by
decrease in severity of
pain. Patients who do
not respond to one
NSAIDs may respond
to another.