Drug Name

General Action NSAID

Mechanism Of Action Antiinflammatory and analgesic activity inhibits prostaglandin s and leukotriene synthesis.

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Nursing Intervention INDEPENDENT: Assess type, location, and intensity of pain before and 2-3 hr (peak) after administration. Assess BP & RR before and periodically during administration. Monitor for adverse reactions, especially prolonged bleeding time and CNS reactions Monitor fluid intake and output Encourage patient to cough and breathe deeply every 2 hr to prevent atelactasis and pneumonia. Inform patient that drug is meant only for short-term pain management

Generic Name: Ketorolac Brand Name: Toradol Order: Give 30mg IV every 6 hours Date Order: December 2, 2013 (10 :50pm)

Ophthalmic: Contraindicated relief of with significant ocular itching renal due to impairment, seasonal during labor conjunctivitis and delivery and relief of postoperative Use cautiously inflammation with impaired after cataract hearing; surgery. allergies; hepatic; CV and GI conditions.

Headache Dizziness Somnolence Insomnia Fatigue Tinnitus