Generic Name: Cefuroxime

Brand Name: Zinacef

Dosage/Route/frequency: 750 mg IV q 8o ANST

Pharmacologic Classification: Cephalosporin, 2nd generation

Physiologic Classification: Antibiotic

Mechanism of Action: It acts by inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis, thus, stopping the growth
of bacteria

Indication: Indicated for the treatment of a variety of infections including acute bacterial otitis media,
several upper respiratory tract infections, kin infections, and urinary tract infections.

Desired effects: It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth

Side effects: Dizziness, vomiting, weakness, rash, fatigues and itching or irritation

Adverse effect: hypo-prothrombinemia and diarrhea

NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES
ACTION RATIONALE
1. Observe and follow the 12r’s in To ensure patient’s safety and to prevent errors
administering the drug. in administering the medication
2. Administer the drug slowly To lessen the pain when infusing it
3. Monitor Injection site for pain, swelling To avoid thrombosis
or irritation
4. Secure side rails To ensure the patient safety
5. Assess bowel pattern daily Severe diarrhea may indicate
pseudomembranous colitis. If it`s suspected, stop
drug, as ordered, and provide treatment as
prescribed
6. Ready for vitamin k To avoid further complication incase hypo-
prothrombinemia occurs.
7. Document drug`s name, time and date of The purpose of complete and accurate patient
administration on patient`s chart record documentation is to encourage quality,
detail, and continuity of care.