Corticosteroids

Description :
They are hormones secreted from the adrenal glands They are parts of the endocrine system

Corticosteroids
Indications :
Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma Dermatitis Bronchitis Anaphylactic shock Head trauma Spinal cord injuries

Corticosteroids
Nursing Considerations :
Evaluate the relieve of symptoms Monitor vital signs Do not give in empty stomach

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Corticosteroids
Common Corticosteroids :
Beclomethasone ( Beclovent ) Betamethasone ( Celestone ) Cortisone ( Cortone ) Dexamethasone ( Decadron ) Hydrocortisone ( Cortef ) Mythylprednisolone ( Solu Medrol )

NSAID
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Description :
Non- narcotic analgesics Available over the counter ( OTC )

NSAID
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Indications :
Management of mild to moderate pain Reduction of fever Reduction of inflammation

NSAID
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Common NSAIDs:
Acetylsalicylic acid ( Aspirin ) Ibuprofen ( Advil ) Naproxen ( Naprosyn ) Diflunisal ( Dolobid ) Diclofenac ( Voltaren ) Indomethacin ( Indocin )

Indications Of Aspirin
Acute rheumatic fever Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Prevention of thrombosis (anticoagulant ) Prophylactic for heart attack Headaches Antipyretic

Contraindications Of Aspirin
Hypersensitivity Hemophilia Bleeding ulcers Hemorrhagic states