NUR 2633 / NUR2633 Exam 2 (Latest Update): Maternal Child Health Nursing - Rasmussen

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NUR 2633 Maternal Child Health Nursing Exam 2 What are the Ergot Alkaloids used for? - To control postpartum hemorrhage; should not be used prior to delivery of placenta. Cause clonic contraction... s of the uterus, arterial vasoconstriction, and possible vasospasm Administration considerations of Ergot Alkaloids? - Causes rebound uterine relaxation Side effects of Ergot Aldaloids? - Should be used cautiously in unstable angina/recent MI. Uterine cramping, increase in BP, cardiac dysrhythmias, and decreased milk production Signs of Ergotism or overdose? - N/V, weakness, muscle pain, insensitivity to cold, paresthesia of extremities Common Ergot Alkaloids? - Ergonovine (Ergotrate) & Methylegonovine (Methergine) Ergot Alkaloids Nursing Considerations - Closely monitor BP, lochia, uterine contractions. Report hypertension, chest pain, ergotism, or signs of hypersensitivity [Show More]

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