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    The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and effects of the opioid analgesic Percocet. It outlines nursing implications for assessing pain levels before and after administration, monitoring for side effects like sedation and constipation, and educating patients on safe use. Contraindications, drug interactions, and lab alterations from this medication are also summarized.

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    The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and effects of the opioid analgesic Percocet. It outlines nursing implications for assessing pain levels before and after administration, monitoring for side effects like sedation and constipation, and educating patients on safe use. Contraindications, drug interactions, and lab alterations from this medication are also summarized.

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    Percocet

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    The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and effects of the opioid analgesic Percocet. It outlines nursing implications for assessing pain levels before and after administration, monitoring for side effects like sedation and constipation, and educating patients on safe use. Contraindications, drug interactions, and lab alterations from this medication are also summarized.

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    NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets

    (You will need to make additional copies of these forms)

    Generic Name Trade Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


    oxycodone/acetaminophen Name opioid 5/325 po q 6 hrs prn
    Percocet analgesics 1-2 tabs
    Peak Onset Duration Normal dose range
    60-90 min 10-15 min 3-6 hr 5-10 mg oxycodone content q 3-4 hr initially, as needed
    acetaminophen or aspirin dosage should not exceed 4 g/day
    Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
    (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
    Binds to opiate receptors in the CNS Hypersensitivity
    Alters the perception of and response to painful stimuli,
    while producing generalized CNS depression Common side effects
    Management of moderate to severe pain confusion, sedation, constipation

    Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
    medicines (ask patient specifically) May increase plasma amylase and lipase levels
    Additive CNS depression with alcohol, antihistamines, and
    sedative/hypnotics Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
    medication
    May be administered with food or milk to minimize GI
    irritation, Instruct patient on how and when to ask for pain
    medication, Medication may cause drowsiness or
    dizziness. Advise patient to call for assistance when
    ambulating or smoking. Caution patient to avoid driving
    and other activities requiring alertness until response to
    medication is known, Advise patient to make position
    changes slowly to minimize orthostatic hypotension,
    Encourage patient to turn, cough, and breathe deeply
    every 2 hr to prevent atelectasis
    Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
    (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
    Assess type, location, and intensity med? Decrease in severity of pain without a
    of pain prior to and 1 hr (peak) If respiratory rate is <10/min, assess level significant alteration in level of
    after administration. of sedation. Physical stimulation may be consciousness or respiratory status
    sufficient to prevent significant Assess bowel function routinely.
    hypoventilation. Dose may need to be Prevention of constipation should be
    decreased by 25-50%. Initial drowsiness instituted with increased intake of
    will diminish with continued use fluids and bulk, and laxatives to
    minimize constipating effects.
    Stimulant laxatives should be
    administered routinely if opioid use
    exceeds 2-3 days, unless
    contraindicated

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