NURS 2466 Clinical Form 3: Clinical Medications Worksheets(You will need to make additional copies of these forms)

Generic NameOxazepam

Trade NameSerax

ClassificationAnti Anxiety; Sedative/Hypnotics

Dose30 mg

RoutePO

Time/frequencyQID PRN Anxiety

PeakUnknown

Onset

45-90 minutes

Duration6-12 hr

Normal dosage range10-30 mg 3-4 x a day

Why is your patient getting this medicationAnxiety

For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutionsN/A

Mechanism of action and indications(Why med ordered)Depresses the CNS, probably by potentiating GABA. Indicated in the management of Anxiety

Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactionsHypersensitivity. Cross sensitivity may exist with other NSAIDS, including asparin. Use cautiously in hepatic dysfunction. Additive CNS depression with other CNS depressants.Common side effectsDizziness and drowsiness

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically)None known

Lab value alterations caused by medicineMonitor CBC’s and LFT’s during prolonged therapy

Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medicationMay cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Nursing Process- Assessment(Pre-administration assessment)Assess pt for anxiety and level of sedation.

AssessmentWhy would you hold or not give this med?Hold of pt is lethargic or has less than 12 respirations per minute

EvaluationCheck after givingDecreased sense of Anxiety, Increased ability to cope.