What are the Indications of Methadone (Mathadose) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
withdrawal symptoms, pain
What are the Actions of Methadone (Mathadose) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
Suppresses withdrawal symptoms. Binds to opiate receptors in the CNS and alters perception of pain while producing a general depression of the CNS. This depression also causes a decrease in the cough reflex and GI motility.
What is the Therapeutic Class of Methadone (Mathadose) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
opioid analgesic
What is the Pharmacologic Class of Methadone (Mathadose) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
opioid agonist
What are the Nursing Considerations of Methadone (Mathadose) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
use caution if patient is receiving MAO Inhibitors
may cause QT prolongation, hypotension, respiratory depression, dependence, confusion, sedation
assess pain, vital signs, bowel function
may increase pancreatic enzyme levels
assess withdrawal symptoms
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