MedMaster by NURSING.com

Ondansetron (Zofran) Nursing Considerations


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Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds  View the lesson:     Generic Name ondansetron Trade Name

Zofran

Indication

nausea/vomiting

Action

blocks effects of serotonin on vagal nerve and CNS

Therapeutic Class

antiemetic

Pharmacologic Class

5-HT3 antagonist

Nursing Considerations

• administer slowly over 2-5 minutes – fatal QT prolongation and VTach, respiratory arrest • may cause headache, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth • asses nausea and vomiting • assess for extrapyramidal symptoms • monitor liver function tests

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