Pharmacologic therapy for pregnancy-induced hypertension
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Identifying the most effective and safest drugs for preventing or treating complications associated with high blood pressure in pregnant women may require further research. Based on limited research, the drug currently recommended in the United States for treating and preventing seizures is magnesium sulfate. Diazepam and phenytoin have also been used in other countries to control seizures. Drugs used to control blood pressure include hydralazine, nifedipine, and labetalol hydrochloride. Crystalloid infusions have been used to control fluid imbalances.
Publication Name: Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0893-2190
Year: 1996
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Pharmacologic intervention in the management of preterm labor: an update
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Information about four classes of drugs used to delay the beginning of premature labor is presented. These include two types of calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine and magnesium sulfate, beta cell stimulating drugs such as ritodrine hydrochloride, and hormone blocking drugs such as indomethacin. Patients given these drugs should be routinely monitored for evidence of side effects. No drug has been identified that can effectively prevent premature labor.
Publication Name: Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0893-2190
Year: 1996
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Pharmacologic management of apnea of prematurity
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Premature infants who experience apnea may benefit from a variety of treatments. These treatments include caffeine, theophylline, a specialized water bed, nasal airway pressure, or, in extreme cases, a ventilator. Early recognition of the apnea and immediate response by nurses and later by parents at home can substantially improve the infant's success. Other important considerations are the infant's sleeping position and eating and eliminating patterns.
Publication Name: Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0893-2190
Year: 1996
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