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    Name of Drug Dosage, Route, Frequency and Timing Mechanism of Action Indication Adverse Reactions Special Precautions Nursing Responsibilities

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    Tramadol is an opioid analgesic prescribed for moderate to moderately severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, constipation, and drowsiness. Nurses monitor patients for signs of pain relief and side effects, and educate patients about safe medication use and potential adverse reactions.

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    Tramadol is an opioid analgesic prescribed for moderate to moderately severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, constipation, and drowsiness. Nurses monitor patients for signs of pain relief and side effects, and educate patients about safe medication use and potential adverse reactions.

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    Tramadol is an opioid analgesic prescribed for moderate to moderately severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, constipation, and drowsiness. Nurses monitor patients for signs of pain relief and side effects, and educate patients about safe medication use and potential adverse reactions.

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    Name of Drug Dosage, Route, Frequency and Timing Mechanism of Action Indication Adverse Reactions Special Precautions Nursing Responsibilities

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    Tramadol is an opioid analgesic prescribed for moderate to moderately severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, constipation, and drowsiness. Nurses monitor patients for signs of pain relief and side effects, and educate patients about safe medication use and potential adverse reactions.

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    Name of Patient: Attending Physician: _____________________________ Age:

    Ward/Bed Number: Impression / Diagnosis: ___________________________

    Dosage, Route,
    Name of Drug Frequency and Mechanism of Action Indication Adverse Reactions Special Precautions Nursing Responsibilities
    Timing
    Binds to #-opioid receptors, Management of moderate to May have prolonged duration of Pregnancy/Lactation: Crosses BASELINE ASSESSMENT
    Generic: Dosage: Assess onset, type, location, duration of
    inhibits moderately action, cumulative effect in pts placenta.
    tramadol 30 mg reuptake of norepinephrine, severe pain. with hepatic/ Distributed in breast milk. pain. Assess drug history, esp. carbamazepine,
    serotonin. renal impairment, serotonin Pregnancy analgesics, CNS depressants, MAOIs.
    Reduces intensity of pain stimuli syndrome Category C. Children: Safety and Review past medical history, esp. epilepsy,
    Brand: Route: incoming (agitation, hallucinations, efficacy not established. Elderly: seizures. Assess renal/hepatic function lab
    IV from sensory nerve endings. tachycardia, Age-related values.
    ConZip INTERVENTION/EVALUATION
    Therapeutic hyperreflexia). renal impairment may require
    Effect: Reduces pain. dosage Monitor pulse, B/P, renal/hepatic function.
    adjustment. Assist with ambulation if dizziness, vertigo
    occurs. Dry crackers, cola may relieve
    nausea. Palpate bladder for urinary retention.
    Classification Contraindications Side Effects Monitor daily pattern of bowel
    Functional: Frequency: Acute alcohol intoxication, Dizziness, vertigo, activity, stool consistency. Sips of tepid
    concurrent use of centrally nausea, constipation, headache, water may relieve dry mouth. Assess for
    Analgesic Once acting drowsiness. clinical improvement, record onset of relief
    analgesics, hypnotics, Vomiting, of pain.
    opioids, psychotropic pruritus, CNS stimulation (e.g., PATIENT/FAMILY TEACHING
    drugs, hypersensitivity to nervousness, • May cause dependence. • Avoid alcohol,
    Chemical: opioids. anxiety, agitation, tremor, OTC medications (analgesics, sedatives).
    Centrally Timing: euphoria, • May cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred
    mood swings, hallucinations), vision. • Avoid tasks requiring alertness,
    acting synthetic opioid Post-op diaphoresis, motor skills until response to drug is
    analgesic.
    dyspepsia (heartburn, indigestion, established.
    epigastric • Inform physician if severe constipation,
    pain), dry mouth, diarrhea. difficulty breathing, excessive sedation,
    vasodilation, anorexia, seizures, muscle weakness, tremors,
    flatulence, rash, blurred vision, chest pain, palpitations occur.

    Student’s Name: __________________________________________


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    Student’s Name: __________________________________________
    Clinical Instructor: _________________________________________

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